Livia

Livia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. It is associated with the Roman clan name Livia, from which the gens Livia derived. The exact meaning is unclear, but the name has long been used in Romance-language countries and beyond. It is used in Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Romanian, and Polish, among others.

The most prominent bearer is Livia Drusilla (58 BC–29 CE), wife of Emperor Augustus. Known commonly simply as Livia, she was a powerful figure in early Imperial Rome and the mother of Emperor Tiberius. Ancient sources emphasize her political influence and status, though her life is subject to later legend.

In the modern era, Livia is used as a given name across many cultures. It appears in literature and media, including the character Livia Soprano in the television series The Sopranos. Variants of the name exist in other languages, and the spelling Livia is also used in some non-Latin-script contexts.

The name has no single meaning beyond its Latin roots and historical associations. It remains in use today as part of the broader set of classical names that have circulated into contemporary naming practices.