Names Starting With O
BoyLatin#3 in 2025
Oliver
Oliver is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “Olive tree, ancestor's descendant.” It ranked #3 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
AH-lih-ver
Meaning & Origin
The name Oliver means “Olive tree, ancestor's descendant.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
Made famous by Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist. Related to 'olive,' a symbol of peace. Popular across English-speaking countries.
Popularity Over Time
#32020
#32021
#32022
#32023
#32024
#32025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #3 |
| 2024 | #3 |
| 2023 | #3 |
| 2022 | #3 |
| 2021 | #3 |
| 2020 | #3 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
Famous People Named Oliver
- Oliver Stone
- Oliver Cromwell
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