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Olivia
Meaning: Olive tree, peace
About Olivia
Olivia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Olive tree, peace,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Liv, Livia. Indicative pronunciation: oh-LIV-ee-a. Popular note: Highly popular, elegant. When considering Olivia, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Latin
Variants
Liv, Livia
Pronunciation
oh-LIV-ee-a
Popularity note
Highly popular, elegant
FAQ — Olivia
What does the name Olivia mean?
Short meaning: Olive tree, peace. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Olivia?
Most associated origin: Latin.
Are there variants of Olivia?
Related forms: Liv, Livia.