Ollie

What does the baby name Ollie mean? Learn about what Ollie means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Ollie - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Ollie: O-L-L-I-E, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Ollie: AHL-ee; AW lee
Meaning of Ollie: Elf army, olive, olive tree.
Origin of Ollie: The name 'Ollie' is a diminutive form of the name Oliver. Oliver is derived from the Old French name Olivier, which itself comes from the Germanic name Alfher or Alvar, meaning 'elf army' or 'elf warrior'. The Germanic elements 'alb' or 'elf' and 'heri' or 'army' combine to form the name Oliver.; American Names; English Names; French Names; Latin Names; Pet Names; Tree Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Ollie: Holivar; Noll; Olier; Oliver; Oliverio; Olivero; Olivier; Oliviero; Olivor
Popularity of Ollie: The popularity of the name 'Ollie' has experienced fluctuations over the years. In the early 20th century, 'Ollie' was a relatively common name for boys. However, its popularity declined in the mid-20th century and has remained less common in recent decades.; Ollie currently has 149 likes, and is in the top 3% of liked boy's names. The name Timoteo is slightly more popular than Ollie.

Etymology of Ollie

The name 'Ollie' is a diminutive form of the name Oliver. Oliver, as mentioned earlier, is derived from the Old French name Olivier, which has Germanic origins. The Germanic elements 'alb' or 'elf' and 'heri' or 'army' combine to form the name Oliver, and 'Ollie' is a shortened form of this name.

Cultural Significance of Ollie

The name 'Ollie' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is a diminutive form of the name Oliver, which has been used in various cultures throughout history. However, the name 'Ollie' itself does not have specific cultural connotations or associations.