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Olivia

/ oh-LIV-ee-ah /

feminine

Meaning

Olive tree

Origin

Latin

While the name has Latin roots in 'Oliva' (olive), it was William Shakespeare who popularized the spelling 'Olivia' for the heroine of his play 'Twelfth Night' in 1602. It has been a top-ten staple for decades.

Personality Distribution

MBTI Profile

Approximate distribution among people named Olivia.

NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ESFP
11.21%
ENTP
9.94%
ESTP
9.25%
ISTP
9.14%
ENTJ
9.11%
INFP
8.76%
INFJ
7.07%
ISTJ
6.38%
ISFP
6.13%
INTP
5.56%
ESFJ
5.15%
ENFP
3.9%
INTJ
3.05%
ISFJ
2.55%
ESTJ
1.55%
ENFJ
1.25%

Cultural Context

Cultural Notes

Olivia is a powerhouse name, consistently ranking as the most popular girl's name in the UK and USA. It balances a classic literary history with a fresh, friendly energy. The olive branch association gives it a symbolic connection to peace.

Notable People

Famous Bearers

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Olivia Colman

Academy Award-winning English actress (b. 1974)

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Olivia Rodrigo

American singer-songwriter and actress (b. 2003)

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Olivia Newton-John

British-Australian singer and actress (1948–2022)

Sibling Names

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