Olivier
oh-liv-ee-AY
Popularity
#2690
Letters
7
Syllables
3
Origin
French
Total Births
1,957
Peak Year
#78 in 2011
First Recorded
1924
Style
Sophisticated & Formal, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Olivier is the French form of Oliver, a name of Germanic origin, possibly derived from 'Alfher,' meaning 'elf army,' or Latin 'olivarius,' meaning 'olive tree planter.'
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Olivier Messiaen
Influential French composer, organist, and ornithologist.
Laurence Olivier
Acclaimed English actor and theatre director.
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