Would you like to learn more about the popularity, history and meaning of the name Olivia?
Popularity of the name Olivia
According to the Social Security Administration, Olivia was the number one most popular girl’s name in America in 2019, 2020 and 2021. It was the second most popular name from 2014 to 2018! So, this sweet girl’s name has definitely maintained its extreme popularity over the last several years!
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History and meaning of Olivia
The name Olivia derives from the Latin word “Oliva” which means “the Olive Tree” and is a feminine form of Oliver. Olivia is now more popular than ever, but first appeared in England in the 13th Century! 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, fertility, power and purity.
The meaning of the name “Olivia” is universal in several languages, and LindseyBoo strives for accuracy in researching the origins and meanings of names.
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Variations we’ve done on the name Olivia
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Famous People named Olivia
Famous Olivia’s include Olivia de Havilland of Gone with the Wind fame (the longest living cast member who recently passed away at the age of 104!); the beautiful actress Olivia Wilde, and Olivia Frances Culpo, Miss USA and Miss World 2012!
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Your Olivia
Does your Olivia exemplify the symbolic traits of the olive tree, such as peace, wisdom, and power? More than likely, she does! I just love it when I hear from our customers about how the meanings of names really do match their namesakes!
I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing the different versions of Olivia and the several different backgrounds and mat combinations shown here in this blog. Please remember that any name can be combined with any art background and mat combination of your choice!
Thank you for reading my blog about Olivia! 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.”
Click here to read the full article.
I’d love to hear from you! Please let me know if my poem for Olivia matches your sweet child, or someone you know.