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National Olivia Day 2023 (US): Facts, Dates and History

Olivia is a prominent girl's name in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. Since 1990, it has ranked among the top 100 names in the United States.

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National Olivia Day 2023 (US): Facts, Dates and History

National Olivia Day is celebrated annually on June 11. Olivia is a Latin name derived from the term ‘oliva’, which means ‘peace,’ and is a feminine alternative to Oliver. Olivia is one of the most prevalent options for girls’ names beginning with the letter ‘O’ in the United States.

HISTORY OF NATIONAL OLIVIA DAY

Olivia is a prominent girl’s name in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. Since 1990, it has ranked among the top 100 names in the United States. Olivia is predominantly a feminine English name with the meaning ‘Ancestor’s Descendant.’ It is derived from the male name Oliver, which is derived from the ancient Norse leifr. Although there is a common belief regarding the origin of the name, it is said that it has nothing to do with olives or olive trees.

Some attribute the name’s prominence to the character Olivia in Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” which has kept the name popular ever since. In the famous 17th-century drama, Olivia is a noble and beautiful romantic figure.

The most frequent aliases for Olivia are Liv, Livvy, and Libby. Olivia de Havilland, Olivia Wilde, and Olivia Hussey are among the numerous renowned actresses with this name. Olivia Newton-John is one of the most popular actresses/singers. Olivia Goldsmith and the American painter Olivia De Berardinis were both renowned authors.

There are also Olivia-named locations in the United States. Included among these are Olivia, North Carolina and Olivia, Minnesota. The fictional Olivia in the children’s book by Ian Falconer is a piglet. Olivia Benson (“Law & Order”), Olivia Pope (“Scandal”), and Olivia Dunham (“Fringe”) are prominent television characters with this name. In 2014, the refreshingly robust female name rose from number three to number two in the United States, where it remained until its triumphant ascent to number one in 2019.

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5 CURIOUS FACTS ABOUT “OLIVIA”

Olivia Pope

The name skyrocketed due to the television programme “Scandal,” in which Olivia Pope plays the leading role.

Liv Tyler

Steven Tyler, the lead vocalist of Aerosmith, popularised the name Liv through his daughter, the actress Liv Tyler.

Definition of Liv

The Scandinavian word for ‘life’ is Liv, which is said to be an apt nickname for a vivacious and energetic person.

Definition of Ollie

Ollie is a nickname for a lady who is patient, kind, and generous.

Olive Plant

Olivia is said to have a biblical origin and is referred to as ‘the olive tree’ as a symbol of fertility, attractiveness, and dignity.

NATIONAL OLIVIA DAY DATES

Year Date Day
2023 June 11 Sunday
2024 June 11 Tuesday
2025 June 11 Wednesday
2026 June 11 Thursday
2027 June 11 Friday

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