Olivia vs Willa

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
Willa Rank #423

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #423 for Willa.

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

Willa ___

  • Willa Grace
  • Willa Rose
  • Willa Jane
  • Willa Mae
  • Willa Claire
  • Willa Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Willa

Hazel June Cecily Theodore Edmund

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Willa more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Willa at #423 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Willa mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Willa means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Olivia and Willa boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Willa is primarily a girl name.

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