Olympia
Olympia is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
From Mount Olympus, home of the gods.
Origin and history
Olympia is a classical name derived from Mount Olympus, the home of the gods in Greek mythology. It has historically been associated with majesty and classical antiquity. In the United States, it remains a distinctive and relatively rare choice that has seen modest interest over time.
Popularity in the United States
3,644 babies in the United States have been named Olympia since 1880. It ranks #2924 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1657.
States where it is most popular
- NY (38.5 %)
- CA (18.9 %)
- MA (9.1 %)
- TX (7 %)
- PA (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 23 |
| 1900-1910 | 82 |
| 1910-1920 | 348 |
| 1920-1930 | 477 |
| 1930-1940 | 194 |
| 1940-1950 | 118 |
| 1950-1960 | 145 |
| 1960-1970 | 131 |
| 1970-1980 | 375 |
| 1980-1990 | 396 |
| 1990-2000 | 260 |
| 2000-2010 | 207 |
| 2010-2019 | 444 |
| 2020-2029 | 444 |
Famous people named Olympia
- Olympia Dukakis: Actress
Nicknames
Ollie, Pia, Olly
Fun facts
- The name directly refers to the ancient Greek sanctuary of Olympia, the site of the original Olympic Games.
- Olympias was the mother of Alexander the Great and a powerful historical figure in classical Greece.