A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Olimpia since 1907
Babies named Olimpia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Olimpia's real moment was 1907.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 13 |
| 1920s | 50 |
| 1930s | 26 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 27 |
| 1960s | 41 |
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 39 |
| 1990s | 78 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 32 |
| 2020s | 42 |
Meaning & origin
Olimpia is a rare but enduring feminine name with classical roots. First recorded in 1907, the name saw its peak popularity that same year and ranks 8,362 in 2025. After a period of decline, Olimpia has been rising in use since 2016, reflecting a broader revival of vintage and mythological names. The name has never appeared among top baby names in any U.S. state, but its steady resurgence suggests a niche appeal among parents drawn to its elegant, international sound. With a current incidence of 1 in 133,939 girls, Olimpia remains a distinctive choice that connects to ancient Greek heritage.
Olimpia is the Italian, Spanish, and Polish form of Olympia, derived from the Greek name Ολυμπία (Olympia), the feminine form of Ολυμπος (Olympos), referring to Mount Olympus. In Greek mythology, Olympus was the dwelling place of the gods. The name has been used in various European cultures since the Renaissance, often associated with classical learning and the Olympic Games.
“Olimpia” around the world
Where Olimpia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Oli, Limpia, Pia
Sibling names for Olimpia
Names that share Olimpia's style, for a brother or sister.
