Liv

Liv is a Scandinavian feminine name derived from the Old Norse word hlíf, meaning protection or shelter, though its modern popularity has been strongly reinforced by its resemblance to the Norse and Scandinavian word for life. It has been used in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark for centuries and gained wider international recognition through the Norwegian actress Liv Ullmann. In English-speaking contexts the name is sometimes adopted as a short form of Olivia or Olive, connecting it to the Latin name tradition rooted in the olive tree. Related names include Livia, Olivia, and Olive.