Declining since 2012, #1,833 for girls today.
Popularity of Alyvia since 1990
Babies named Alyvia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 238 |
| 2000s | 1,896 |
| 2010s | 2,795 |
| 2020s | 910 |
Meaning & origin
Alyvia is a modern respelling of Olivia, a name that has dominated popularity charts for decades. While Olivia is consistently among the top names, Alyvia offers a more distinctive variation. Since first appearing in U.S. records in 1990, Alyvia has never cracked the top 1,000, but it reached its peak popularity in 2013, ranking 1,281. As of 2023, it ranks 1,833, with approximately 1 in 14,746 baby girls receiving the name. The name has been most common in Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Georgia, reflecting a Midwestern and Southern presence. Like many creative spellings, Alyvia's trajectory has been falling since 2012, as trends shift back toward classic forms. It remains a fresh choice for parents seeking a familiar sound with a unique twist.
Alyvia is a modern respelling of Olivia, a name of Latin origin derived from 'oliva' meaning 'olive'. Olivia gained popularity after Shakespeare used it in Twelfth Night (1601). The 'Alyvia' variant emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend of personalizing popular names with unique spellings. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1990.
Where Alyvia 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, Via, Ally
Sibling names for Alyvia
Names that share Alyvia's style, for a brother or sister.
