They say it’s one of the prettiest names. Many girls in Poland wear them

The choice is an extremely important moment. After all, your son or daughter will use it for the rest of their lives. Parents are looking for names that sound nice and carry a message. They look for inspiration in books, films or family history.

It also comes back from time to time fashion for specific nameswhich you can enter or – depending on your preferences – look for an original or more traditional name for your child.

The name Oliwia comes from Latin and comes from the word “oliva”, meaning “olive tree”, “olive fruit”, “olive”. Oliwiusz and Oliwier are considered to be the male equivalents of this name.

In ancient times, the olive branch was a symbol of peace and reconciliation. In Greek mythology, the olive tree symbolized wisdom and durability. The name Oliwia therefore carries positive symbolism, which perhaps determines its popularity.

It is worth knowing that, according to some, this name has a literary origin and was invented by William Shakespeare for the needs of one of his comedies. However, Oliwia has two patronesses in the Catholic Church, although the exact wording of their names is not certain.

Oliwa celebrates its name day on March 5 and June 15. The number of this name is 6. Sixes are born diplomats, gifted with the ability to build deep relationships with their surroundings. They therefore have many friends and good relations with their family. Because they love contact with people, they will excel in professions where it is necessary.

Oliwa combines romanticism and prudence. They are considered gentle people, but at the same time they are strong internally – like an olive tree, which is very durable.

It is not without reason that the name Oliwia is growing in popularity in Poland. In the first half of 2025 it was assigned as first 1,463 times and was ranked seventh in the popularity ranking.