Olevia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Olevia originates from the Latin word for 'olive', symbolizing peace and prosperity. It evolved from Olivia, a name that has been in use since the 16th century. Olevia is seen as a modern and unique variant, lacking biblical significance, but gaining popularity in recent decades.
The name Olevia is most popular in Louisiana, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Olevia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Olevia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1071st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1664th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3313th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9658th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14432nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13794th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18115th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Olevia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Olevia"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛviə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Olevia is derived from the Latin word 'oliva', which means 'olive'. The olive tree has been a symbol of peace and prosperity throughout history.
Meaning
olive
Language Evolution
Olivia (Latin), Olevia (modern variation)
Historical Usage
Olevia gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of the more traditional name Olivia, which has been widely used since the 16th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Olivia, Olie, Oli
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Olevia is perceived as a unique and modern name that carries connotations of beauty and peace, often associated with nature.
Famous People
Olevia B. Johnson, a contemporary artist, Olevia Smith, a notable figure in community service
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Olevia"
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 "Olevia"
"Olevia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1071st of 9107 | 847 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1664th of 9204 | 425 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3313th of 12526 | 245 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9658th of 19264 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14432nd of 27321 | 44 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13794th of 35406 | 91 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18115th of 30306 | 34 |
Regional Popularity of "Olevia" 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 "Olevia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
- |
28.32% 670th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
37.53% 883rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
57.27% 1634th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Olevia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Olevia" 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.