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Olivya

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Pronounced oh-LIV-ee-ah /oʊˈlɪv.i.ə/High

Meaning: A variant spelling of Olivia, from the Latin oliva ('olive tree'), long a symbol of peace. The -vya spelling is a modern respin of a classic. Warm and enduring.Low

In 30 seconds: A soft respin of Olivia: Olivya means 'olive tree; peace' (said 'oh-LIV-ee-ah'). Classic and warm.
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Origin MediumLatin, English
MeaningA variant spelling of Olivia, from the Latin oliva ('olive tree'), long a symbol of peace. The -vya spelling is a modern respin of a classic. Warm and enduring.
U.S. rank (2025)#9309 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2012
Total births (all-time)≈ 428

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201219972025

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

Olivya is a variant of Olivia, from oliva ('olive tree; peace'). It keeps the classic's warmth in a fresh spelling - rare in the U.S. in this form (said 'oh-LIV-ee-ah').

It appears rarely, next to the very popular Olivia. Rare, peaceful, and classic.

Did you know? Olivya respells Olivia, from the Latin for 'olive tree' - long a symbol of peace - a modern take on a beloved classic (said 'oh-LIV-ee-ah').
Overall data confidence 50%
References - Olivya — Olivia variant; 'olive tree; peace'

Variations

OliviaOliveaAlivia

Nicknames

LiviVia

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If you like Olivya…

Olivia— the standard spelling
Alivia— a like Olivia spelling
Livia— a short cousin form
Nataliya— another Latin name
Cathaleya— a similarly popular pick

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Olivya mean?

Olivya is a form of Olivia, from the Latin for 'olive tree' - a symbol of peace.

How do you pronounce Olivya?

It's said oh-LIV-ee-ah /oʊˈlɪv.i.ə/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Olivya a boy or girl name?

Olivya is a girl's name.

How popular is Olivya?

Olivya is a rare name in the U.S.

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