Olivia Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Olivia means olive tree; symbol of peace. From the Latin oliva, meaning olive tree.

Olivia is usually traced to the Latin oliva, the olive tree, a plant long tied to peace, abundance, and victory around the Mediterranean. The name entered English literature in the late sixteenth century, and Shakespeare gave it to a countess in Twelfth Night, which helped it spread. It may be related to the male name Oliver, though that link is debated. Today Olivia is used across the English-speaking world and in many other languages. Nicknames such as Liv, Livvy, and Ollie give it a relaxed, friendly side.

Variants of Olivia

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Well-known people named Olivia

Olivia Colman, Olivia Newton-John.

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