Liv Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Liv originates from Old Norse, meaning 'life.' It has evolved through various forms in the English language and is associated with traits of vitality and freshness. It does not have biblical relevance, but it has gained popularity in contemporary times, particularly in Scandinavian countries. Notable figures with this name include Liv Tyler and Liv Ullmann.
The name Liv is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Liv has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Liv' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5527th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9460th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1904th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 725th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Liv' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Liv"
Pronunciation
/lɪv/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Liv is derived from the Old Norse word 'lif,' which means 'life.' It is also associated with the goddess of life in Norse mythology.
Meaning
life
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Lifa, Middle English: Live, Modern English: Liv
Historical Usage
The name Liv gained popularity in Scandinavia and has seen a resurgence in various cultures, particularly in the last few decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Livia, Olivia, Livvy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Liv is perceived as a fresh and modern name, gaining favor for its simplicity and connection to life and vitality.
Famous People
Liv Tyler, an American actress and model., Liv Ullmann, a Norwegian actress and director.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Liv"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Liv"
"Liv" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5527th of 19264 | 146 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9460th of 27321 | 105 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1904th of 35406 | 1,632 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 725th of 30306 | 4,710 |
Regional Popularity of "Liv" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Liv" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.21% 1659th/4582 |
31.70% 1637th/5164 |
33.86% 2476th/7313 |
20.54% 1533rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.20% 765th/3984 |
14.06% 631st/4487 |
14.39% 982nd/6822 |
8.83% 554th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Liv"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Liv" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.