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Olivia
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
554,445
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2014
Peak Popularity Year
19,859
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Olivia stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Olivia is a name of Latin origin meaning 'olive,' symbolizing peace and fertility. It has evolved through Late Latin and gained popularity in the 18th century due to Shakespeare's work. The name carries positive traits of elegance and beauty, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈlɪviə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Olivia is derived from the Latin word 'oliva,' which means 'olive.' The olive tree is often associated with peace and fertility.
Meaning
Olive
Language Evolution
Olivia (Modern English), Olivia (Late Latin), Olivia (Early Medieval Latin)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 18th century, particularly after the character Olivia in William Shakespeare's play 'Twelfth Night' was introduced.
Variants & Derivatives
Liv, Livia, Ollie
Modern Popularity & Image
Olivia is currently a very popular name, often associated with elegance, beauty, and creativity. It has a positive and modern connotation.
Famous People
Olivia Newton-John, Olivia Wilde, Olivia Colman
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 19,859 peak births in 2014
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 10 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5779th of 7545 | 18 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4033rd of 6773 | 55 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4889th of 16616 | 150 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4117th of 24088 | 344 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6221st of 23106 | 165 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 287th of 9107 | 9,035 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 293rd of 9204 | 8,736 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 365th of 12526 | 11,607 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 359th of 19264 | 10,760 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 85th of 27321 | 57,512 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5th of 35406 | 239,097 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1st of 30306 | 215,033 |