Olivia vs Xena

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

Popularity Comparison

Olivia Rank #1
Xena Rank #1,297

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #1297 for Xena.

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

Xena ___

  • Xena Rose
  • Xena Jade
  • Xena Storm
  • Xena Blaze
  • Xena Leigh
  • Xena Marie

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Xena

Zara Athena Lyra Orion Ajax

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Xena more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Xena at #1297 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Xena mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Xena means "foreigner, guest" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Xena boy or girl names?

Olivia is primarily a girl name. Xena is primarily a girl name.

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