Meaning, origin, history
Olivia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the male name Oliver. The name Olivia means "olive tree" or "peace." It is believed that the name was first used by Shakespeare in his play "Twelfth Night," where it was assigned to a female character named Viola who disguises herself as a boy and takes on the name Olivia. Throughout history, several notable figures have borne this name, including Olivia de Havilland, an Academy Award-winning actress known for her roles in films such as "Gone with the Wind" and "The Snake Pit," and Olivia Newton-John, a British-Australian singer-songwriter who achieved worldwide fame with hits like "Physical" and "I Honestly Love You.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Olivia since 1880
Total births
765
Total since 1880
Peak year
2004
73 births
in 2023
6
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-23%
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vs previous 5 years