Olivia vs Ursula

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ursula

Girl #5,225 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"little bear, she-bear"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Italian Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,225
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ulla, Ursi, Urs

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Ursula Rank #5,225

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5225 for Ursula.

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

Ursula ___

  • Ursula Marie
  • Ursula Claire
  • Ursula Louise
  • Ursula Anne
  • Ursula Helena
  • Ursula Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Ursula

Hildegard Beatrice Ingrid Rolf Hugo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Ursula more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Ursula at #5225 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Ursula mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Ursula means "little bear, she-bear" (Latin origin).

Are Olivia and Ursula boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Ursula is primarily a girl name.

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