Olivia (given name)
| Pronunciation | /oʊˈlɪviə/ |
|---|---|
| Gender | Feminine |
| Language(s) | English |
| Name day | August 31 |
| Language(s) | English, Latin |
| Word/name | Latin |
| Derivation | Olive |
| Meaning | olive tree |
| See also | Olive, Oliver, Livia, Liv |
Olivia is a feminine given name in the English language. It is derived from Latin oliva "olive". Many people think the name was first coined by William Shakespeare for a character in the Twelfth Night, but in fact the name occurs in England as early as the 13th century.
Olivia has been a popular name throughout the English-speaking world since the mid-1990s. In 2013 it was the third most popular name for girls in Australia.
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