Female Name
Olivia
oʊ.ˈlɪv.i.ə
ə.ˈlɪv.i.ə
o.ˈli.vja
o.ˈli.βja
ɔ.li.vja
o.ˈliː.vi̯a
ˈo.li.ʋi.ɑ
oː.ˈli.vi.aː
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
2000s
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American Horror Story characters
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ancestors
Animal Crossing characters
Aphra Behn characters
army
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
74/100
classic80%
formal100%
natural80%
wholesome120%
refined140%
serious65%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Olivia, used by William Shakespeare in his comedy 'Twelfth Night' (1602), is a rare name from Shakespeare's time. It may have been derived from Oliva or Oliver, or directly from the Latin word 'oliva' meaning 'olive'. In the play, Olivia is a noblewoman wooed by Duke Orsino but falls in love with his messenger Cesario, who is actually Viola in disguise. The name has been used in the English-speaking world since the 18th century, gaining popularity in the latter half of the 20th century,...
Etymology
Original Form:
Oliva or Oliver
Evolution:
From Latin 'oliva' meaning 'olive'
Source:
Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'