gender neutral
Olivia
olive, peace
About Olivia
Olivia reigns as one of the most beloved names in contemporary usage, and this popularity stems from genuine merit rather than mere fashion. The name achieves that rare combination of being widely recognized yet maintaining individual charm. Shakespeare immortalized it in "Twelfth Night," ensuring its literary credentials remain impeccable. Olivia flows effortlessly, with each syllable contributing to an overall harmony that delights the ear. The name carries connotations of peace through its connection to the olive branch, adding symbolic depth. It suits every personality type, adapting to the unique individual who bears it rather than imposing characteristics. From Olivia to Liv, Livvy, or Ollie, the nickname possibilities provide flexibility. Parents appreciate how Olivia balances familiarity with sophistication, never feeling common despite its frequency. The name promises elegance, strength, and enduring appeal.
Popularity of the Name Olivia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #235 | ||||
| 1881 | #215 | ||||
| 1882 | #240 | ||||
| 1883 | #268 | ||||
| 1884 | #267 | ||||
| 1885 | #261 | ||||
| 1886 | #242 | ||||
| 1887 | #253 | ||||
| 1888 | #276 | ||||
| 1889 | #234 | ||||
| 1890 | #271 | ||||
| 1891 | #311 | ||||
| 1892 | #264 | ||||
| 1893 | #259 | ||||
| 1894 | #240 | ||||
| 1895 | #262 | ||||
| 1896 | #270 | ||||
| 1897 | #247 | ||||
| 1898 | #251 | ||||
| 1899 | #274 | ||||
| 1900 | #251 | ||||
| 1901 | #259 | ||||
| 1902 | #273 | ||||
| 1903 | #272 | ||||
| 1904 | #250 | ||||
| 1905 | #265 | ||||
| 1906 | #241 | ||||
| 1907 | #263 | ||||
| 1908 | #263 | ||||
| 1909 | #270 | ||||
| 1910 | #266 | ||||
| 1911 | #283 | ||||
| 1912 | #264 | ||||
| 1913 | #279 | ||||
| 1914 | #285 | ||||
| 1915 | #302 | ||||
| 1916 | #283 | ||||
| 1917 | #285 | ||||
| 1918 | #296 | ||||
| 1919 | #295 | ||||
| 1920 | #287 | ||||
| 1921 | #294 | ||||
| 1922 | #280 | ||||
| 1923 | #281 | ||||
| 1924 | #299 | ||||
| 1925 | #293 | ||||
| 1926 | #308 | ||||
| 1927 | #299 | ||||
| 1928 | #311 | ||||
| 1929 | #312 | ||||
| 1930 | #328 | ||||
| 1931 | #327 | ||||
| 1932 | #320 | ||||
| 1933 | #326 | ||||
| 1934 | #330 | ||||
| 1935 | #332 | ||||
| 1936 | #311 | ||||
| 1937 | #312 | ||||
| 1938 | #299 | ||||
| 1939 | #296 | ||||
| 1940 | #269 | ||||
| 1941 | #265 | ||||
| 1942 | #253 | ||||
| 1943 | #267 | ||||
| 1944 | #245 | ||||
| 1945 | #278 | ||||
| 1946 | #268 | ||||
| 1947 | #255 | ||||
| 1948 | #261 | ||||
| 1949 | #259 | ||||
| 1950 | #275 | ||||
| 1951 | #304 | ||||
| 1952 | #305 | ||||
| 1953 | #333 | ||||
| 1954 | #335 | ||||
| 1955 | #351 | ||||
| 1956 | #384 | ||||
| 1957 | #403 | ||||
| 1958 | #388 | ||||
| 1959 | #435 | ||||
| 1960 | #442 | ||||
| 1961 | #467 | ||||
| 1962 | #465 | ||||
| 1963 | #460 | ||||
| 1964 | #471 | #177 | |||
| 1965 | #456 | #196 | |||
| 1966 | #516 | #149 | |||
| 1967 | #510 | #163 | |||
| 1968 | #528 | #178 | |||
| 1969 | #526 | #177 | |||
| 1970 | #542 | #147 | |||
| 1971 | #543 | #139 | |||
| 1972 | #505 | #355 | #125 | ||
| 1973 | #489 | #362 | #88 | ||
| 1974 | #400 | #193 | #73 | ||
| 1975 | #232 | #162 | #4 | ||
| 1976 | #196 | #110 | #25 | ||
| 1977 | #225 | #70 | #52 | ||
| 1978 | #199 | #68 | #60 | ||
| 1979 | #210 | #68 | #73 | ||
| 1980 | #229 | #81 | #90 | ||
| 1981 | #245 | #73 | #90 | ||
| 1982 | #228 | #80 | #84 | ||
| 1983 | #228 | #58 | #129 | ||
| 1984 | #222 | #52 | #121 | ||
| 1985 | #248 | #52 | #129 | ||
| 1986 | #215 | #40 | #112 | ||
| 1987 | #166 | #39 | #113 | ||
| 1988 | #134 | #42 | #135 | ||
| 1989 | #122 | #46 | #139 | ||
| 1990 | #72 | #35 | #131 | ||
| 1991 | #61 | #17 | #93 | #62 | |
| 1992 | #58 | #17 | #88 | #61 | |
| 1993 | #50 | #13 | #128 | #52 | |
| 1994 | #50 | #8 | #106 | #49 | |
| 1995 | #39 | #6 | #105 | #42 | |
| 1996 | #34 | #7 | #109 | #42 | |
| 1997 | #27 | #20 | #7 | #107 | #28 |
| 1998 | #21 | #17 | #3 | #86 | #23 |
| 1999 | #20 | #6 | #3 | #42 | #16 |
| 2000 | #16 | #9 | #1 | #51 | #11 |
| 2001 | #10 | #10 | #4 | #61 | #8 |
| 2002 | #10 | #11 | #1 | #72 | #8 |
| 2003 | #5 | #8 | #7 | #73 | #5 |
| 2004 | #4 | #8 | #8 | #70 | #4 |
| 2005 | #5 | #5 | #4 | #60 | #4 |
| 2006 | #7 | #2 | #5 | #56 | #4 |
| 2007 | #7 | #2 | #3 | #42 | #2 |
| 2008 | #4 | #1 | #2 | #43 | #2 |
| 2009 | #3 | #1 | #3 | #40 | #2 |
| 2010 | #4 | #1 | #2 | #27 | #1 |
| 2011 | #4 | #1 | #2 | #28 | #1 |
| 2012 | #4 | #2 | #1 | #30 | #2 |
| 2013 | #3 | #2 | #5 | #27 | #1 |
| 2014 | #2 | #2 | #2 | #20 | #1 |
| 2015 | #2 | #2 | #1 | #15 | #2 |
| 2016 | #2 | #1 | #1 | #13 | #1 |
| 2017 | #2 | #1 | #4 | #11 | #1 |
| 2018 | #2 | #1 | #3 | #14 | #1 |
| 2019 | #1 | #1 | #4 | #14 | #1 |
| 2020 | #1 | #1 | #4 | #12 | #1 |
| 2021 | #1 | #1 | #4 | #18 | #1 |
| 2022 | #1 | #1 | #8 | #9 | #1 |
| 2023 | #1 | #1 | #4 | #16 | #1 |
| 2024 | #1 | #1 | #6 | #7 | #1 |
| 2025 | #1 | #1 | #5 | #8 | #2 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Olivia
Names Similar to Olivia
Nicknames for Olivia
- Liv
- Livvy
- Ollie
- Oli
- Vi
Famous People Named Olivia
| Olivia Newton-John | Australian singer and actress |
| Olivia Wilde | American actress and filmmaker |
| Olivia Colman | British actress |
| Olivia de Havilland | American actress |
| Olivia Munn | American actress and model |
| Olivia Culpo | American model and beauty queen |
| Olivia Holt | American actress and singer |
| Olivia Palermo | American socialite and fashion influencer |
| Olivia Rodrigo | American singer-songwriter and actress |
| Olivia Hussey | Argentinian-British actress |
| Olivia Thirlby | American actress |
| Olivia Williams | British actress |
| Olivia Grant | British actress |
| Olivia d'Abo | British-American actress and singer |
| Olivia Cooke | British actress |
| Olivia Washington | American actress |
| Olivia Pierson | Canadian television personality and entrepreneur |
| Olivia Cheng | Canadian actress |
| Olivia d'Arcy | Irish model and actress |
| Olivia Tennet | New Zealand actress and singer |
Characters Named Olivia
| Olivia Pope | Scandal |
| Olivia Dunham | Fringe |
| Olivia Benson | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit |
| Olivia Livewire | DC Comics |
| Olivia Octavius | Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse |
| Olivia "Liv" Moore | Pirates of the Caribbean |
| Olivia "Liv" Flaherty | Coronation Street |
| Olivia Kendall | The Cosby Show |
| Olivia Flaversham | The Great Mouse Detective |
| Olivia "Olive" Penderghast | Easy A |
| Olivia "Liv" Spencer | Guiding Light |
| Olivia "Liv" Malone | Liv and Maddie |
| Olivia "Liv" Rooney | Liv and Maddie |
| Olivia "Liv" Durand | Witches of East End |
| Olivia Moore | Law & Order: Criminal Intent |
| Olivia Joules | Olivia Joules and the Overactive Imagination |
| Olivia "Olive" Hoover | Little Miss Sunshine |