Oliver
awl-ih-vur
US Popularity:4
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Olive tree, olive tree planter; Elf army
Oliver is a boy's name of Latin origin with considerable weight in popular culture. A leading character in Charles Dickens's beloved novel Oliver Twist, Oliver has enjoyed many variations across the screen, stage, and animated worlds. But prior to its strong ties to a doe-eyed youth and his journey towards a blissful homestead, Oliver was long associated with the meaning "olive tree." Derived from the Latin olivarius, meaning "olive tree planter," Oliver stands as a symbol of peace, dignity, and friendship. Yet there are many who find more fitting roots in the Ancient German name Alfihar, imbuing Oliver with the meaning "elf army." Only time will tell whether baby will be a timid peacemaker or a fearsome force. Either way, he is certain to never be without interesting company.
Famous People Named Oliver
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Oliver CheshireModel
- Oliver HudsonActor
- Oliver NorthPolitician
- Oliver RiedelBassist, Musician
- Oliver StoneDirector
Oliver Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Oliver is currently #23 on The Bump
Boy:Oliver is currently #11 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Oliver is currently #4 in U.S. births
Boy:Oliver is currently #3 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#3
in 2023
No change
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky
Gillie, R., Oliver - The Meaning, Origin And Other Facts About The Name May 2020
Online Etymology Dictionary, Oliver
Behind the Name, Oliver December 2022
Ancestry, Oliver Family History
Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens
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