Olean Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Olean has its roots in Latin, deriving from 'olea', which means 'olive'. It has evolved through historical forms and is associated with meanings that emphasize nature and tranquility. Olean has no direct biblical relevance. While it gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it remains relatively rare today. Its perception is positive, often linked to peace and nature, although it is not commonly used.

The name Olean is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Olean has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Olean' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6320th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1554th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2048th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6343rd out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Olean' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Olean"

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Pronunciation

/oʊˈliːən/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Olean is believed to be derived from the Latin word 'olea', meaning 'olive'. It may also be influenced by the name 'Olivia', which is associated with the olive tree.

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Meaning

olive

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Language Evolution

Olea (Latin), Olivia (Latin), Olean (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name Olean saw a rise in usage in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, as a unique given name.

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Variants & Derivatives

Olea, Olivia, Oly, Lia

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Modern Popularity & Image

Olean is considered a unique and somewhat uncommon name today, often associated with nature and peace due to its meaning related to the olive tree.

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Famous People

Olean (a city in New York) was named after the name, but there are no widely recognized famous individuals with the first name Olean.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Olean"

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 "Olean"

"Olean" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 6320th of 7545 12
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 6773rd of 6773 5
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1554th of 9107 472
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 2048th of 9204 310
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 6343rd of 12526 65

Regional Popularity of "Olean" 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 "Olean" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 46.11%
1091st/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 56.86%
1338th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 95.37%
2721st/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Olean"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Olean" 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.