Oliva Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Oliva has its origins in Latin, meaning 'olive tree'. It has evolved through various forms, including Oliva in Latin and Olive in Old French, leading to its modern usage. The olive tree symbolizes peace, and the name is associated with positive traits. There is no significant biblical relevance, and it gained popularity in medieval Europe. Today, Oliva is considered elegant and is used by notable figures.
The name Oliva is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oliva has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Oliva' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5216th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1641st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3033rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5495th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5836th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4236th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4907th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5531st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Oliva' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oliva"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːvə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Oliva derives from the Latin word 'oliva', meaning 'olive'. The olive tree is a symbol of peace and prosperity in various cultures.
Meaning
olive tree
Language Evolution
Oliva (Latin), Olive (Old French), Olivia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Oliva gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly in regions influenced by Latin culture, as the olive tree was a significant agricultural product.
Variants & Derivatives
Olivia, Olive, Olivette
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Oliva is perceived as elegant and sophisticated, often associated with nature and tranquility.
Famous People
Oliva Newton-John, Oliva de Havilland
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oliva"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Oliva"
"Oliva" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5216th of 7545 | 27 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1641st of 9107 | 433 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3033rd of 9204 | 163 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5495th of 12526 | 94 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5836th of 19264 | 135 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4236th of 27321 | 351 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4907th of 35406 | 427 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5531st of 30306 | 277 |
Regional Popularity of "Oliva" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Oliva" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
86.40% 2033rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
79.42% 3554th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
40.40% 2552nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oliva"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oliva" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.