Livia
Livia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Envious or blue; traditionally associated with the Roman family name Livius.
Origin and history
Livia is a classic name of Latin origin, historically derived from the Roman family name Livius. While often considered a distinct name, it is also used as a short form of Olivia. In the United States, it maintains steady, moderate popularity as a softer alternative to Olivia.
Popularity in the United States
10,236 babies in the United States have been named Livia since 1880. It ranks #1616 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #792.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.9 %)
- CA (12.7 %)
- TX (6.4 %)
- FL (6.1 %)
- PA (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 20 |
| 1910-1920 | 135 |
| 1920-1930 | 192 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 118 |
| 1950-1960 | 276 |
| 1960-1970 | 248 |
| 1970-1980 | 266 |
| 1980-1990 | 251 |
| 1990-2000 | 510 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,291 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,830 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,000 |
Famous people named Livia
- Livia Giuggioli: film producer, environmental activist
Nicknames
Liv, Livi
Fun facts
- Livia Drusilla was the wife of Augustus and the first Empress of the Roman Empire, making it a prominent historical name.
- Although often confused with Olivia, Livia has its own distinct etymological root in the Roman nomen Livius.