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Oliver

Meaning: Olive tree

About Oliver

Oliver is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Olive tree,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Olivier. Indicative pronunciation: OL-ih-ver. Popular note: Top charts in many places. When considering Oliver, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Latin

Variants

Olivier

Pronunciation

OL-ih-ver

Popularity note

Top charts in many places

FAQ — Oliver

What does the name Oliver mean?

Short meaning: Olive tree. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Oliver?

Most associated origin: Latin.

Are there variants of Oliver?

Related forms: Olivier.