name
Oliver
OL-ih-ver
/ˈɒlɪvər/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
oliver
Name meaning and origin
- Origin
- Old French/Latin (Denmark/Scandinavia)
- Meaning
- Olive tree; symbol of peace
- Gender
- male
Pronunciation tips
Has been one of the most popular boys' names in Denmark for over a decade
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