Olivia vs Virginia

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

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Virginia Rank #510

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #510 for Virginia.

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

Virginia ___

  • Virginia Rose
  • Virginia Mae
  • Virginia Claire
  • Virginia Jane
  • Virginia Elizabeth
  • Virginia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Virginia

Fitzgerald Theodore Edmund Beatrice Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Virginia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Virginia at #510 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Virginia mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Virginia means "pure, maiden" (Latin origin).

Are Olivia and Virginia boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Virginia is primarily a girl name.

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