Olivia vs Willow

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

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Willow

Girl #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"From Old English 'welig', the willow tree; a nature name associated with flowing water and healing"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#41
Total SSA Count
4,653
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Will, Wills, Willa

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Willow Rank #41

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #41 for Willow.

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

Willow ___

  • Willow Rose
  • Willow Jane
  • Willow Mae
  • Willow Grace
  • Willow Claire
  • Willow Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Willow

Ivy Hazel Violet Jasper Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Willow more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Willow at #41 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Willow mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Willow means "From Old English 'welig', the willow tree; a nature name associated with flowing water and healing" (English origin).

Are Olivia and Willow boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Willow is primarily a girl name.

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