Would you like to learn more about the popularity, history and meaning of the name Oliver?
Popularity of the name Oliver
According to the Social Security Administration, Oliver was the 3rd most popular boys name in 2019, 2020 and 2021, and the 5th in 2018. In 2017, it was in 9th place; in 2016, it was in 12th place; and in 2015, it was in 19th place! So, this wonderful name has moved quickly up the charts over the last several years.
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History and meaning of the name Oliver
Oliver derives from the Latin word “Olivarious” which means “Planter of the Olive Tree.” It is also a French and Medieval name, and is also derived from the old Norse name of Áleifr (which evolved into “Olaf”) meaning, “Descendant of the Olive Tree Planter.” The feminine form of Oliver is Olivia. The leafy branches of the olive tree were ritually offered to deities and powerful figures as emblems of benediction and purification, and they were used to crown the victors of both games and wars. Over time, the olive has been the symbol of peace, wisdom, glory, and power.
The meaning of the name “Oliver” is consistent across several languages, countries and cultures, and LindseyBoo Creations strives for accuracy in researching the origins and meanings of names.
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Famous People named Oliver
Some famous people named Oliver include: the English general and statesman Oliver Cromwell; Oliver Stone, who directed Midnight Express and Scarface; and the English actor, Oliver Reed, who starred in many movies, including the 1960’s film “Oliver!”
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Your Oliver
Does your Oliver exemplify the symbolic traits of the olive tree, such as peace, wisdom, and power? More than likely, he does! It is always so wonderful to hear when our customers tell us that the meanings of names really do match their namesakes!
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Thank you for reading my blog about Oliver! Have fun perusing our website, looking up the names of your family, friends and loved ones – and in the rare event we don’t have the name you’re looking for, I am happy to write it for you at no extra charge!
If you enjoy reading about the popularity and meanings of names, check out my in-depth article “What’s in a Name?”
What’s in a name?
Here is a short excerpt:
“We believe all children are gifts to our world, and their beautiful, deeply thought-out names deserve to be memorialized in poetry, meant to not only capture the wonderful feelings the gift giver has for the recipient, but also the wonderful characteristics and attributes of the recipient.“
As King Solomon aptly stated, “A good name is rather to be chosen than riches.”
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