Ollie

Meaning olive tree, elf army
Origin English, Scandinavian
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Ollie
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Ol-lie

About Ollie

Cheerful and approachable, this name exudes friendliness and warmth that makes everyone smile. Its playful sound captures youthful energy while possessing enough substance to work throughout adulthood. The double-L creates a visual and phonetic bounce that matches the name's spirited character. British charm meets universal appeal in this compact package that feels both classic and current. Parents who choose this often value authenticity and unpretentiousness, preferring names that feel genuine rather than formal. It works beautifully as a standalone name, not requiring a longer formal version, though that option exists for those who prefer it. The name's brevity makes it quick to write and easy to remember, practical considerations in our fast-paced world. Its vintage revival status means it feels fresh to contemporary ears while carrying nostalgic appeal for older generations. The name suits various personality types wonderfully—from gentle souls to bold adventurers—without creating limiting expectations. It sounds equally natural on children and adults, avoiding the trap of names that feel too juvenile for professional contexts. For families wanting something timelessly cheerful without excessive formality, this delivers genuine, heartwarming appeal.

Variations of Name Ollie

Olly
Oli
Olley
Ole

Nicknames for Ollie

Ol
Olli
O
Lee
L
Ollie

Famous People Named Ollie

Ollie MatsonAmerican Olympic medalist and Hall of Fame football player
Ollie HalsallEnglish guitarist and singer
Ollie LockeBritish reality TV personality
Ollie WatkinsEnglish professional footballer
Ollie PopeEnglish cricketer
Ollie BarbieriBritish actor
Ollie SmithAustralian racing driver
Ollie Lindsay-HagueEnglish rugby player
Ollie BainesBritish musician and composer
Ollie JohnstonAmerican baseball player
Ollie BurtonAustralian Paralympic medalist in swimming
Ollie GoulstoneEnglish DJ and music producer
Ollie WrideBritish singer and songwriter
Ollie JacksonBritish racing driver
Ollie PhillipsAmerican basketball player

Characters Named Ollie

Ollie WilliamsA weatherman character from the animated TV show "Family Guy"
Ollie HartmoorA character from the fantasy novel series "The Black Witch Chronicles" by Laurie Forest
Ollie AndrewsA character from the TV series "Riverdale"
Ollie ShawA character from the TV series "Chicago P.D"
Ollie Ollie OxenA character from the animated TV show "Codename - Kids Next Door"
Ollie BirchA character from the movie "Beneath the Blue" - 2010
Ollie WeeksA character from the novel "The Stand" by Stephen King
Ollie YoungA character from the movie "Flipped" - 2010
Ollie SwayA character from the TV series "Battlestar Galactica"
Ollie TylerA character from the TV series "All American"
Ollie SlattA character from the TV series "The Expanse"
Ollie PaulsonA character from the movie "The Words" - 2012
Ollie HandfordA character from the TV series "Grange Hill"
Ollie FerrisA character from the TV series "Waterloo Road"
Ollie BrinkerA character from the novel "Ragged Dick" by Horatio Alger, Jr
Ollie LovettA character from the TV series "Doctors"
Ollie SutherlandA character from the TV series "Holby City"
Ollie CoultonA character from the TV series "Lovesick"
Ollie SpencerA character from the TV series "The Royals"

Other Popular Names Beginning with O

Onyx
Ocean
Oak
Oaklynn
Oaklen
Oakley
Onyxx
Osiel
Ojas
Oakland