Olivia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Rooted in the olive tree, this name carries centuries of peace, beauty, and quiet resilience.
- Origin
- Latin
- Syllables
- 4
- Current rank
- #1
- Peak
- #1 in 2020
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Olivia Means
Olivia is a girl name of Latin origin. Rooted in the olive tree, this name carries centuries of peace, beauty, and quiet resilience.
How Popular Olivia Is
Olivia currently ranks #1 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 2020. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Olivia
- Shakespeare is credited with inventing the name for Twelfth Night.
- Has held the US number one spot since 2019.
- Popular across English-speaking countries, topping charts in the UK and Australia too.
Names Like Olivia
Other Latin names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Olivia
Latin names that pair well as a brother or sister to Olivia.
Questions About Olivia
What does Olivia mean?
Olivia is a girl name of Latin origin. Rooted in the olive tree, this name carries centuries of peace, beauty, and quiet resilience.
How popular is Olivia?
Olivia currently ranks #1 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1 in 2020. It has held steady.
Where does Olivia come from?
Olivia comes from Latin roots. Shakespeare is credited with inventing the name for Twelfth Night.
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