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Oliver

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How to Pronounce Oliver

Pronounced OL-ə-vər /ˈɑl.ə.vər/High

Meaning: From Oliver — Latin oliva, 'olive tree' (a symbol of peace), or Old Norse Aleifr, 'ancestor's descendant'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: The olive tree: Oliver means 'olive tree' (peace) or 'ancestor's heir'. Classic and warm; predominantly a boys' name, here for girls.
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Origin LowLatin, Norse
MeaningFrom Oliver — Latin oliva, 'olive tree' (a symbol of peace), or Old Norse Aleifr, 'ancestor's descendant'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#5241 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births25 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 753

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319052024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Oliver comes from Latin oliva, 'olive tree' (a symbol of peace and fruitfulness), or Old Norse Aleifr, 'ancestor's descendant' (routes layered, which we note). A classic, warm name — predominantly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly (slug distinguished); nicknames Liv, Livvy, or Ollie.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, the-olive-tree at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Oliver means 'the olive tree' (Latin oliva, a symbol of peace) or 'ancestor's descendant' (Norse) — overwhelmingly a boys' name, occasionally given to girls (which we flag).
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name — Oliver — routes layered

Variations

OliviaOlivetteOllie

Nicknames

LivOllie

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If you like Oliver…

Olivia— the feminine classic
Olive— a fellow olive name
Ollie— the shared nickname
Lavender— shares Oliver's Latin roots
December— a fellow Latin choice

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Oliver mean?

Oliver is 'the olive tree' (Latin, a symbol of peace) or 'ancestor's descendant' (Norse); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Oliver?

It's said OL-ə-vər /ˈɑl.ə.vər/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Oliver a boy or girl name?

Oliver is predominantly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Oliver?

Oliver is rare for girls in the U.S.

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