Olivier

Olivier: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Olivier

  • A male given name from French, equivalent to English Oliver.

Etymology

Borrowed from French Olivier. Doublet of Oliver.

How popular is Olivier?

52U.S. babies in 2025
#1833peak rank (2011)
2,010babies since 1880

Since 1880, 21 girls and 1,989 boys in the U.S. have been named Olivier (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11754 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #1833 in 2011. In 2025, 52 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Olivier FAQ

What does the name Olivier mean?

A male given name from French, equivalent to English Oliver. Borrowed from French Olivier. Doublet of Oliver.

What is the origin of the name Olivier?

Olivier is listed as a name of French origin.

How popular is the name Olivier?

Since 1880, 21 girls and 1,989 boys in the U.S. have been named Olivier (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #11754 in 1982. Its highest rank for boys was #1833 in 2011. In 2025, 52 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Olivier a boy or girl name?

Olivier is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 21 girls and 1,989 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.