Olive is a popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #74 in 2022 with 648 recorded births. This places Olive in the top 1% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 892 births ranking #47. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 6,380.0%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 407 girls born was named Olive. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Olive is a gentle botanical classic meaning 'olive tree'. It feels understated, natural, and quietly elegant.
The name has long existed beside Olivia but has a more grounded, vintage simplicity. Its appeal has grown with the rise of calm, plant-based names that still feel traditional.