Olive

Girl's name

Olive is derived from the Latin word "oliva," meaning "olive tree." It has been used as a given name since the 19th century.

Meaning Olive tree
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,778 Rising
Peak year 2022

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Names Starting With O

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Olive Thomas - Silent film actress
  • Olive Schreiner - South African author and feminist
  • Olive Ann Beech - Aviation pioneer and businesswoman

Sisters for Olive

Girl names closely related to Olive

June Ruby Iris Phoebe Harlow Poppy Violet Isla

Brothers for Olive

Boy names closely related to Olive

Milo Ronin Bodhi Miles Arlo Cyrus Arthur Dean

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Olive

Alivia Olivia

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