Olivia vs Thelma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Olivia

Girl #1 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"olive tree"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1
Total SSA Count
14,718
Syllables
4
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Liv, Livvy, Oli

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Thelma Rank #4,386

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #4386 for Thelma.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Thelma ___

  • Thelma Mae
  • Thelma Rose
  • Thelma June
  • Thelma Louise
  • Thelma Grace
  • Thelma Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Thelma

Velma Mabel Cora Gladys Hester

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Thelma more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Thelma at #4386 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Thelma mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Thelma means "divine will" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Thelma boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Thelma is primarily a girl name.

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