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feminine · English (Rare) origin
Olyvia is an English variant spelling of Olivia, a name derived from the Latin word oliva, meaning olive or olive tree. The olive branch has long been a symbol of peace and fruitfulness in Mediterranean cultures, lending the name a graceful classical resonance. Olivia was popularized in the English-speaking world in part through Shakespeare's use of it for a noblewoman in his comedy Twelfth Night. Related forms include Olivia, Livia, and Olive.
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