Olly

♂ Boy

Pronounced OL-ee /ˈɒl.i/High

Meaning: A pet form of Oliver — variously from Latin oliva, 'an olive tree' (a symbol of peace), and a Germanic root; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: The olive tree: Olly is a pet form of Oliver. Crisp, classic, and homey.

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Origin LowLatin

MeaningA pet form of Oliver — variously from Latin oliva, 'an olive tree' (a symbol of peace), and a Germanic root; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#7580 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 117

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Olly is a pet form of Oliver — variously from Latin oliva, 'an olive tree' (a symbol of peace), and a Germanic root (routes layered, which we note; made known by singer Olly Murs). A crisp, homey name (said 'OL-ee').

In the U.S. it appears as a nickname-name. Rare, the-olive-tree at the root, and homey.

Did you know? Oliver is variously linked to Latin oliva, 'an olive tree' (a symbol of peace) — Olly is a homey pet form, crisp and classic (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'OL-ee').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Oliver — routes layered

Variations

OllieOliverOly

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Olly mean?

Olly is a pet form of Oliver — variously Latin 'an olive tree'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Olly?

It's said OL-ee /ˈɒl.i/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Olly a boy or girl name?

Olly is a boy's name.

How popular is Olly?

Olly is a rare name in the U.S.