Olivia

Meaning of Olivia

The name Olivia is derived from the Latin word 'oliva,' which means 'olive tree.' It symbolizes peace and fruitfulness, like the olive branch.

Olivia has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Olivia

Olivia climbed from #16 in 2000 to #1 by 2019 and is still the most popular girl's name in 2025.

Notable people named Olivia

• Olivia Rodrigo
  Singer-songwriter, actress, Grammy winner
• Olivia Newton-John
  Singer, actress, Grease star
• Olivia Colman
  Oscar-winning actress, The Crown star
• Olivia Wilde
  Actress, director, Booksmart director
• Olivia Palermo
  Socialite, fashion influencer, entrepreneur

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Questions about the name Olivia

What does the name Olivia mean?

Olivia means the name olivia is derived from the latin word 'oliva,' which means 'olive tree.' it symbolizes peace and fruitfulness, like the olive branch, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Olivia a boy's or a girl's name?

Olivia is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Olivia?

In 2025, Olivia ranked #1 for girls, unchanged from the year before.

When was Olivia most popular?

Olivia peaked at #1 in 2019.