It was a spin-off from Oliva or Oliver both of which are names that honour the olive tree.
Olivia name meaning greek. They are not checked for accuracy. A name of Latin origin that means olive tree or branch. Nicknames include Livia Livvie Livvy and Ollie.
Variations of the name include Oliva and Olivette. Olivia is a feminine given name with English origins. Contrary to popular belief it is not related to olives or the olive tree.
The name was first popularised by William. It is derived from Latin oliva olive. Olivia is the name of a pampered wealthy countess in Shakespeares Twelfth Night.
Olivia name hasnt been found in the BibleTorahQuran. In ancient Greece the olive was a symbol of Athens as well as a token of peace and fertility and olive wreaths were awarded to the winners at the Olympic games. Derived from the Latin for olive the meaning of the name Olivia is olive tree or tree of olives.
The meaning of the name Olivia is different in several languages countries and cultures and has more than one possibly same or different meanings available. It was derived from the male name Oliver which is a derivation of the old Norse name Áleifr. The Latin form of the ancient Greek name Olvia.
Olivia is a character in Shakespeares Twelfth Night. Olivia was first used in Shakespeares famous play Twelveth Night. Old Greek - Defender of Men.