Olyvia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-LIV-ee-uh / oʊˈlɪviəLatin; Greek
Meaning
Latin: olive tree; Greek: holy
Historical & Cultural Background
Olyvia is a modern variation of the name Olivia, which has roots in Latin and Greek. The name Olivia gained popularity in the English-speaking world after being used by William Shakespeare in his play 'Twelfth Night.' The olive tree, symbolizing peace and fertility, is a significant cultural symbol in various traditions. Olyvia, as a variant, reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique spellings.
Trend Summary
Olyvia has seen a rise in popularity as a unique alternative to Olivia in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Olivia
- Oliviah
International Variants
- Olivia (English)
- Olívia (Portuguese)
- Olivie (French)
Famous people named Olyvia
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Fictional characters named Olyvia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Olyvia was first seen in the United States in 1982. Olyvia has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Olyvia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Olyvia (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 36 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 54 |
| 1997 | 44 |
| 1998 | 61 |
| 1999 | 65 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 93 |
| 2002 | 103 |
| 2003 | 104 |
| 2004 | 110 |
| 2005 | 102 |
| 2006 | 118 |
| 2007 | 104 |
| 2008 | 120 |
| 2009 | 123 |
| 2010 | 102 |
| 2011 | 103 |
| 2012 | 95 |
| 2013 | 101 |
| 2014 | 92 |
| 2015 | 92 |
| 2016 | 80 |
| 2017 | 74 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 63 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 36 |