OLIVIER

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Olivier

Olivier is a noble surname of Norman-French origin that found its way to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name Olivier is derived from the Old French name Olivier, which ultimately stems from the Latin name Oliverius. This name is believed to mean "olive tree" or "peaceful".

Notable Bearers:

Laurence Olivier (1907-1989)

Sir Laurence Olivier was one of the most renowned British actors of the 20th century. He excelled in both stage and film performances, earning numerous accolades including Academy Awards, Golden Globes, and Baftas. Sir Olivier is often considered one of the greatest actors in the history of cinema and theatre.

Margery Allingham née Youngman Carter (1904-1966)

Margery Allingham, the well-known British writer of detective fiction, used the pseudonym "Margery Allingham" throughout her writing career.

The surname Olivier carries a sense of grandeur and sophistication, evoking images of talent and elegance in the fields of performing arts and literature. Its historical Norman-French roots add a touch of antiquity to the name, further enhancing its appeal.

There are approximately 901 people named Olivier in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,012th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Olivier.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: France

Language of origin: French

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Charles
Daniel
James
John
Justin
Mark
Michael
Paul
Philip
Richard
Robert
Simon

Female

Anel
Barbara
Bronwyn
Carolyn
Christine
Elizabeth
Emma
Jean
Joanne
Linda
Lorraine
Simone
Susan
Wendy

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