Latin boy name
Oliver Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Oliver means olive tree; elf army (debated). From Old French Olivier; possibly linked to Latin oliva, olive tree, or a Germanic root.
Oliver comes from the Old French Olivier, which appears in the medieval legend of Roland as a loyal companion of the hero. The root is debated: it may be tied to the Latin oliva, the olive tree, or to a Germanic or Norse name meaning elf army. Whatever the case, it has been used in England since the Middle Ages and was borne by Oliver Cromwell and Charles Dickens's Oliver Twist. It sounds friendly and a little playful, and Ollie is a natural nickname. Oliver has a cheerful presence and is widely used throughout the English-speaking world.
Variants of Oliver
OlivierOlivieroOliOllieOlly
Well-known people named Oliver
Oliver Cromwell, Oliver Twist.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Oliver mean?
Oliver means "olive tree; elf army (debated)". From Old French Olivier; possibly linked to Latin oliva, olive tree, or a Germanic root.
How do you pronounce Oliver?
Oliver is pronounced OL-iv-er.
What is the origin of Oliver?
Oliver is of Latin origin. From Old French Olivier; possibly linked to Latin oliva, olive tree, or a Germanic root.