Oliver Still

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Oliver Still — olive tree
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Oliver Still is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Oliver is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Oliver (Serbian Cyrillic and Macedonian Cyrillic: Оливер) is a masculine given name of Old French and Medieval British origin. The name has been generally associated with the Latin term olivarius, meaning "olive tree planter", or "olive branch bearer". Other proposed origins include the Germanic names *wulfa- "wolf" and *harja- "army", the Old Norse Óleifr (a genuinely West Germanic name, perhaps from ala "all" & wēra "true"—possibly cognate with Álvaro) and the Anglo-Saxon Alfhere. Oliver is one of Charlemagne's retainers in the 11th-century Song of Roland. The surname Still: Alexa Still (born 1963), New Zealand-born flutist Alfred Still (1869–1963), British electrical engineer Alicia Lloyd Still (1869–1944), British nurse, teacher and hospital matron Andrew Still (actor) (born 1993), Scottish actor Andrew Taylor Still (1828–1917), American physician and founder of osteopathy Art Still (born 1955), American professional football player; brother of Valerie (below) Bryan Still (born 1974), American professional football player Clyfford Still (1904–1980), American artist and painter Eric Still (born 1967), American football player George Frederic Still (1868–1941), En. Oliver is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Oliver reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Oliver

Meaning: olive tree

Latin

Oliver (Serbian Cyrillic and Macedonian Cyrillic: Оливер) is a masculine given name of Old French and Medieval British origin. The name has been generally associated with the Latin term olivarius, meaning "olive tree planter", or "olive branch bearer". Other proposed origins include the Germanic names *wulfa- "wolf" and *harja- "army", the Old Norse Óleifr (a genuinely West Germanic name, perhaps from ala "all" & wēra "true"—possibly cognate with Álvaro) and the Anglo-Saxon Alfhere. Oliver is one of Charlemagne's retainers in the 11th-century Song of Roland.

Surname: Still

Scottish

Alexa Still (born 1963), New Zealand-born flutist Alfred Still (1869–1963), British electrical engineer Alicia Lloyd Still (1869–1944), British nurse, teacher and hospital matron Andrew Still (actor) (born 1993), Scottish actor Andrew Taylor Still (1828–1917), American physician and founder of osteopathy Art Still (born 1955), American professional football player; brother of Valerie (below) Bryan Still (born 1974), American professional football player Clyfford Still (1904–1980), American artist and painter Eric Still (born 1967), American football player George Frederic Still (1868–1941), En.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Oliver is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Oliver by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Oliver Still

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Oliver Still:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Oliver?
The first name Oliver originates from Latin. Oliver (Serbian Cyrillic and Macedonian Cyrillic: Оливер) is a masculine given name of Old French and Medieval British origin. The name has been generally associated with the Latin term olivarius, meaning "olive tree planter", or "olive branch bearer". Other proposed origins include the Germanic names *wulfa- "wolf" and *harja- "army", the Old Norse Óleifr (a genuinely West Germanic name, perhaps from ala "all" & wēra "true"—possibly cognate with Álvaro) and the Anglo-Saxon Alfhere. Oliver is one of Charlemagne's retainers in the 11th-century Song of Roland.
When was Oliver most popular?
The name Oliver reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Still?
The surname Still originates from Scottish. Alexa Still (born 1963), New Zealand-born flutist Alfred Still (1869–1963), British electrical engineer Alicia Lloyd Still (1869–1944), British nurse, teacher and hospital matron Andrew Still (actor) (born 1993), Scottish actor Andrew Taylor Still (1828–1917), American physician and founder of osteopathy Art Still (born 1955), American professional football player; brother of Valerie (below) Bryan Still (born 1974), American professional football player Clyfford Still (1904–1980), American artist and painter Eric Still (born 1967), American football player George Frederic Still (1868–1941), En.
What are the origins of the name Oliver Still?
The name Oliver Still combines two different traditions: the first name Oliver has Latin roots, while the surname Still originates from Scottish.
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