Liv Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLIV / lɪvScandinavian; Latin
Meaning
Scandinavian: life; Latin: olive
Historical & Cultural Background
Liv is a name of Scandinavian origin, commonly used in countries such as Sweden and Norway. It has been popularized in modern times through various cultural references. The name is also associated with the Latin word for olive, which symbolizes peace and fertility. In Norse mythology, Liv is the name of a goddess who is said to survive Ragnarok and repopulate the Earth.
Trend Summary
Liv has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Livia
International Variants
- Líf (Icelandic)
- Olivia (Latin)
Famous people named Liv
Liv Tyler is an American actress and model known for her roles in films such as 'Armageddon' and 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy.
Liv Ullmann is a Norwegian actress and film director, acclaimed for her work in Ingmar Bergman's films.
Fictional characters named Liv
Liv Moore is a character in the television series 'iZombie,' who becomes a zombie and works as a medical examiner.
Liv is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,' known for her role in the game's storyline.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liv was first seen in the United States in 1956. Liv has ranked as high as #957 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Liv has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liv (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 55 | |
| FL | 30 | |
| NY | 28 | |
| TX | 27 | |
| NJ | 11 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| CO | 9 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| MN | 9 | |
| UT | 8 | |
| MA | 7 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 30 |
| 2002 | 44 |
| 2003 | 81 |
| 2004 | 112 |
| 2005 | 97 |
| 2006 | 84 |
| 2007 | 103 |
| 2008 | 129 |
| 2009 | 174 |
| 2010 | 195 |
| 2011 | 270 |
| 2012 | 237 |
| 2013 | 274 |
| 2014 | 357 |
| 2015 | 396 |
| 2016 | 414 |
| 2017 | 437 |
| 2018 | 429 |
| 2019 | 434 |
| 2020 | 432 |
| 2021 | 424 |
| 2022 | 400 |
| 2023 | 405 |
| 2024 | 308 |