Ovie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationOH-vee / ˈoʊ.viNigerian; Latin
Meaning
Nigerian: 'God's blessing'; Latin: 'shepherd'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ovie is a name of Nigerian origin, often used among the Urhobo people of Nigeria. It signifies a connection to spirituality and blessings. In Latin, it relates to pastoral themes, reflecting a role of care and guidance. The name has gained some recognition in various cultures, particularly in modern contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ovy
International Variants
- Ovid (Latin)
- Ove (Scandinavian)
Famous people named Ovie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ovie was first seen in the United States in 1896. Ovie has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Kentucky, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Ovie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ovie (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 14 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 9 |