Olivier

Olivier is a masculine given name of French origin, cognate with the English name Oliver. It derives from Old French Olivier, which in turn comes from the Latin olivarius, meaning “olive grower” or “related to olives.” In modern usage, Olivier is common as a first name in France and other Francophone areas, and it also appears as a surname in those contexts.

Notable people with the given name Olivier include Olivier Messiaen (1908–1992), a French composer and organist; Olivier Assayas (born 1955), a French film director; and Olivier Giroud (born 1986), a French footballer. The surname Olivier is also borne by prominent individuals, most famously Sir Laurence Olivier (1907–1989), an English actor whose career helped shape 20th-century theatre and film.

Olivier Award: The Olivier Awards, officially the Laurence Olivier Awards, are a major annual set of honours for achievement in professional theatre in London. Named after Sir Laurence Olivier, they are presented by the Society of London Theatre and recognize excellence across West End productions.

Olivier salad: Olivier salad, commonly known as Russian salad in many countries, is a potato-based dish created by the French chef Lucien Olivier at the Hermitage restaurant in Moscow in the 19th century. The classic preparation includes diced potatoes, eggs, vegetables, pickles, and mayonnaise, frequently with meat such as chicken or ham, though regional variations exist.