Livia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLIV-ee-uh / ˈlɪviəLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: life; Italian: olive
Historical & Cultural Background
Livia is derived from the Latin name 'Livius', which means 'blue' or 'envious'. It was popularized in ancient Rome, notably by Livia Drusilla, the wife of Emperor Augustus. In modern times, Livia has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Italy. The name is often associated with vitality and nature due to its meanings.
Trend Summary
Livia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Liv
- Livi
International Variants
- Livia (Italian)
- Lívia (Hungarian)
- Livia (Portuguese)
- Livia (Spanish)
Famous people named Livia
Livia Drusilla was a Roman empress and the wife of Emperor Augustus, known for her influence in Roman politics.
Livia Firth is an Italian actress and producer, recognized for her work in sustainable fashion and activism.
Livia Soprano is a fictional character in the television series 'The Sopranos', known as the mother of the main character, Tony Soprano.
Livia Giuggioli is an Italian film producer and director, known for her work in the film industry.
Fictional characters named Livia
Livia Soprano is a character in 'The Sopranos', known for her complex relationship with her son.
Livia is a character in 'The Last Kingdom', depicted as a noblewoman with significant influence.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Livia was first seen in the United States in 1906. Livia has ranked as high as #963 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in New York, California, Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Livia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Livia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 29 | |
| CA | 27 | |
| NY | 25 | |
| TX | 19 | |
| MA | 19 | |
| PA | 17 | |
| NJ | 16 | |
| GA | 10 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| CT | 9 | |
| VA | 9 | |
| MN | 9 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| UT | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 17 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 25 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 23 |
| 1925 | 19 |
| 1926 | 23 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 11 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 20 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 27 |
| 1954 | 28 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 31 |
| 1957 | 40 |
| 1958 | 41 |
| 1959 | 31 |
| 1960 | 30 |
| 1961 | 31 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 30 |
| 1965 | 23 |
| 1966 | 29 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 37 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 36 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 29 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 28 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 44 |
| 1995 | 44 |
| 1996 | 40 |
| 1997 | 62 |
| 1998 | 92 |
| 1999 | 107 |
| 2000 | 126 |
| 2001 | 135 |
| 2002 | 191 |
| 2003 | 230 |
| 2004 | 254 |
| 2005 | 266 |
| 2006 | 229 |
| 2007 | 250 |
| 2008 | 288 |
| 2009 | 322 |
| 2010 | 324 |
| 2011 | 365 |
| 2012 | 374 |
| 2013 | 362 |
| 2014 | 428 |
| 2015 | 393 |
| 2016 | 400 |
| 2017 | 386 |
| 2018 | 430 |
| 2019 | 368 |
| 2020 | 334 |
| 2021 | 366 |
| 2022 | 312 |
| 2023 | 334 |
| 2024 | 321 |