Olivia
Olivia is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Olive tree or olive branch, historically associated with peace and fruitfulness.
Origin and history
Olivia is derived from the Latin word 'oliva', meaning 'olive' or 'olive tree'. Although predominantly used as a feminine name, it has a long history of rare usage for males in the United States. In modern times, it remains extremely uncommon as a masculine given name.
Popularity in the United States
791 babies in the United States have been named Olivia since 1880. It ranks #3885 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1857.
States where it is most popular
- KY (49.5 %)
- PA (20.6 %)
- DC (19.6 %)
- TX (5.6 %)
- NY (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 25 |
| 1930-1940 | 31 |
| 1940-1950 | 17 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 38 |
| 1980-1990 | 76 |
| 1990-2000 | 125 |
| 2000-2010 | 235 |
| 2010-2019 | 168 |
| 2020-2029 | 70 |
Nicknames
Ollie, Liv
Fun facts
- The name was popularized by William Shakespeare in his 1602 comedy Twelfth Night.
- Etymologically tied to the olive tree, a classic symbol of peace and victory since antiquity.