Olivia

Olivia is a female given name of Latin origin. It is derived from oliva, meaning olive tree, and evokes peaceful associations. The form Olivia appears across languages, and its Shakespearean use in Twelfth Night helped popularize the name in English-speaking regions.

In the English-speaking world, Olivia has been widely used since the 20th century and saw a notable rise in the 2000s and 2010s. It commonly appears on baby-name lists in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia, reflecting its broad appeal and enduring popularity.

Notable bearers include American actress and filmmaker Olivia Wilde; British-Australian singer and actress Olivia Newton-John (1948–2022); British actress Olivia Colman; American singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo; and American actress Olivia Munn.

Fictional characters named Olivia appear in television and literature. Olivia Pope is the lead in Scandal, while Olivia Benson is a main character in Law & Order: SVU. The children's book series Olivia by Ian Falconer features a pig named Olivia, which was later adapted into an animated television series.

There are places in the United States named Olivia, including Olivia, Minnesota. The name also appears in popular culture through literature and media, notably the Olivia series by Ian Falconer, which was adapted into an animated TV adaptation.