Olivia vs Winona

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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Winona

Girl #738 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"firstborn daughter"

Origin: Dakota Sioux

Cultural Roots

Native American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#738
Total SSA Count
381
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Winnie, Nona

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Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Winona Rank #738

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #738 for Winona.

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

Winona ___

  • Winona Rose
  • Winona June
  • Winona Pearl
  • Winona Mae
  • Winona Claire
  • Winona Jean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Winona

Dakota Sienna Sage Luna Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Winona more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Winona at #738 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Winona mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Winona means "firstborn daughter" (Dakota Sioux origin).

Are Olivia and Winona boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Winona is primarily a girl name.

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