Girl
Olympia
from Mount Olympus
About Olympia
Majesty without pretension—this classical treasure brings ancient grandeur into contemporary life with surprising ease. Olympia conjures images of marble columns and laurel wreaths, of athletes and goddesses, of achievement at the highest levels. Yet despite its lofty associations, the name feels remarkably wearable and down-to-earth in practice. Its strong syllables convey determination and ambition, qualities that serve well throughout life's various stages. The built-in nickname Ollie softens the formality, offering flexibility for different moods and ages. Historical figures bearing this name have been queens and intellectuals, artists and activists, suggesting a legacy of accomplishment and influence. Parents who select Olympia often have high hopes for their daughter's future, viewing the name as both inspiration and aspiration. This choice says: greatness is within reach, excellence is expected, and mountains are meant to be climbed.
Popularity of the Name Olympia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | #910 | |
| 1917 | #854 | |
| 1918 | #946 | |
| 1921 | #983 | |
| 1925 | #984 | |
| 2020 | #925 | |
| 2022 | #944 | |
| 2025 | #957 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom
Variations of Name Olympia
Names Similar to Olympia
Nicknames for Olympia
- Ollie
- Pia
- Lydia
- Lympi
Famous People Named Olympia
| Olympia Dukakis | American actress |
| Olympia Snowe | American politician |
| Olympia Valance | Australian actress and model |
| Olympia Brown | American suffragist and minister |
| Olympia Le-Tan | French fashion designer |
| Olympia Scott-Richardson | British actress |
| Olympia Aldersey | Australian rower |
| Olympia Györgyi | Hungarian artist |
| Olympia Bukkakis | German drag performer |
| Olympia de Gouges | French playwright and feminist |
| Olympia Carpenter | American artist |
| Olympia Avellaneda | Argentine writer |
| Olympia Chavez | American singer |
| Olympia Campbell | British model |
| Olympia Faraone | Italian long-distance runner |
| Olympia B. Hedgepeth | American physician and educator |
| Olympia Maru | Japanese actress |
| Olympia Torloni | Brazilian actress |
| Olympia Mancini | French courtier and Duchess of Mercœur |
| Olympia Pereira | Colombian beauty queen |
Characters Named Olympia
| Olympia Wingfield | Character from the novel "Seize the Night" by Dean Koontz |
| Olympia Morata | Character from the novel "Olympia Morata" by Adele Faccio |
| Olympia Binewski | Character from the novel "Geek Love" by Katherine Dunn |
| Olympia Crawford Rubinstein | Character from the novel "The Other Woman" by Jane Green |
| Olympia Newton | Character from the novel "Newton's Ark" by Bryce Zabel |
| Olympia "Oly" Vickerman | Character from the novel "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern |
| Olympia Fulvia Morata | Character from the novel "The Jupiter Myth" by Lindsey Davis |
| Olympia Dukakis | Character in the film "Moonstruck," portrayed by Olympia Dukakis |
| Olympia Vale | Character in the video game "Halo 5 - Guardians" |