Declining since 2009, #484 for girls today.
Popularity of Alivia since 1952
Babies named Alivia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 98 |
| 1980s | 208 |
| 1990s | 2,066 |
| 2000s | 11,349 |
| 2010s | 15,467 |
| 2020s | 5,581 |
Meaning & origin
Alivia is a modern respelling of the classic Olivia, which has roots in the Latin word for 'olive'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1952 but gained significant traction during the 2000s, reaching its peak popularity in 2009. While it has since declined in usage, it remains a familiar choice, ranking 484th in 2025. The name is particularly popular in states like West Virginia, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Its trajectory reflects broader trends in creative spelling variants, where parents seek familiar sounds with distinctive spellings. As a variant of Olivia, Alivia carries the same positive associations with peace and fruitfulness, albeit with a more contemporary twist.
Alivia is a modern respelling of Olivia, which itself is derived from the Latin word 'oliva', meaning 'olive'. The name Olivia gained popularity through Shakespeare's Twelfth Night (1601), and its variant Alivia emerged in the late 20th century as a creative spelling, reflecting contemporary naming trends that favor phonetic variations.
Where Alivia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Liv, Livi, Ali, Via
Sibling names for Alivia
Names that share Alivia's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Alivia
Names whose popularity has moved with Alivia's over the last 50 years.
