OLIVER
The meaning of the unisex name Oliver is THE OLIVE TREE. THE BIBLICAL OLIVE TREE SYMBOLIZES FRUITFULNESS AND BEAUTY AND DIGNITY. EXTENDING AN OLIVE BRANCH SIGNIFIES AN OFFER OF PEACE..
Details on OLIVER:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- The olive tree. the biblical olive tree symbolizes fruitfulness and beauty and dignity. extending an olive branch signifies an offer of peace
- Popularity for Boy:
- 3rd in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 9,517th in the USA (top 30%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
15,343 births
OLIVER as a BOY in 2024
25 births
OLIVER as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of OLIVER:
The name Oliver is a Norse baby name. In Norse the meaning of the name Oliver is: Affectionate.
The name Oliver is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Oliver is: Affectionate.
The name Oliver is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Oliver is: As You Like It' Son of Sir Rowland de Boys. 'As You Like It' Sir Oliver Martext, a vicar.
The name Oliver is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Oliver is: The olive tree. The biblical olive tree symbolizes fruitfulness and beauty and dignity. 'Extending an olive branch' signifies an offer of peace.
The name Oliver is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Oliver is: The olive tree. The biblical olive tree symbolizes fruitfulness and beauty and dignity. Extending an olive branch signifies an offer of peace.
The name Oliver is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Oliver is: Elf army.Can also be a Relic, ancestral heritage.
The name Oliver is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Oliver is: Olive (symbol of peace); peaceful.
USA SSA birth(s) for OLIVER:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name OLIVER
OLIVER as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 15343 births |
| 2023 | 14782 births |
| 2022 | 15161 births |
| 2021 | 14707 births |
| 2020 | 14275 births |
| 2019 | 13964 births |
| 2018 | 13499 births |
| 2017 | 13141 births |
| 2016 | 13025 births |
| 2015 | 11649 births |
| 2014 | 9428 births |
| 2013 | 7262 births |
| 2012 | 5917 births |
| 2011 | 5410 births |
| 2010 | 4663 births |
| 2009 | 4286 births |
OLIVER as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 25 births |
| 2023 | 28 births |
| 2022 | 28 births |
| 2021 | 26 births |
| 2020 | 23 births |
| 2019 | 22 births |
| 2018 | 19 births |
| 2017 | 15 births |
| 2016 | 18 births |
| 2015 | 20 births |
| 2014 | 13 births |
| 2013 | 12 births |
| 2012 | 9 births |
| 2011 | 9 births |
| 2010 | 6 births |
| 2009 | 7 births |
About the name OLIVER
Oliver, a name steeped in history and charm, traces its roots to the Latin word *oliva*, meaning "olive tree," a symbol of peace and fruitfulness that has graced cultures for centuries. This timeless name has flourished across diverse geographies, from the rolling hills of England, where it has gained favor since the Middle Ages, to the sun-kissed streets of France, where it echoes with a soft elegance. In the United States, Oliver has surged in popularity, embraced for its classic yet fresh appeal, often associated with warmth, intelligence, and a sense of adventure. The name dances gracefully through literary realms, from Charles Dickens' beloved character in "Oliver Twist" to its modern appearances in popular media, invoking a spirit of resilience and kindness. As an embodiment of hope and harmony, Oliver is a name that carries with it a legacy of connection—perfect for a child destined to forge their path in the world.
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