Oliver
Oliver is derived from the Old Norse name Óleifr meaning 'ancestor's descendant' and was popularized in medieval Europe through the Latin 'olivarius' (olive tree planter), symbolizing peace and dignity. The name gained literary fame through Charles Dickens' beloved character Oliver Twist.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 14,852. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 5,414
- 2012: 5,924
- 2013: 7,276
- 2014: 9,453
- 2015: 11,670
- 2016: 13,066
- 2017: 13,224
- 2018: 13,500
- 2019: 13,967
- 2020: 14,277
- 2021: 14,713
- 2022: 15,176
- 2023: 14,792
- 2024: 15,396
- 2025: 14,939
- 2026 (projected): 14,852
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
- •Works well in both formal and casual settings
- •The nickname 'Ollie' is endearing for young children
- •Strong literary and historical associations give it cultural depth
- •Very popular - your child may share this name with classmates
Similar Names
Famous People
Oliver Cromwell
English military and political leader
Oliver Stone
Academy Award-winning film director
Oliver Twist
Iconic literary character by Charles Dickens
Oliver Hudson
Actor
Statistics
269,903
Total births since 1880
2024
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