♀ Name Livia – Bluish & Envious

Origin:	Latin
Meaning:	of the Livius family, bluish, envious, olive, olive tree, life
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The feminine name Livia has evolved from the ancient Roman family name Livius, and thus carries the meanings “of the Livius family,” “bluish,” or “envious.” However, Livia can also be a short form of Olivia, with the meanings “olive tree” or “olive.”

Where does the name Livia come from?

Livia is a Latin girl’s name that is derived from the Roman family name Livius. A well-known bearer of the name from the family was the historian Titus Livius (c. 59 BCE – 17 CE). Livia is also a short form of Olivia.

What does the name Livia mean?

Livia means “of the Livius family,” but also “bluish,” and “envious” (from Latin “lividus”). From Olivia, Livia takes on the meanings “olive tree,” “olive,” or “olive tree planter.” One often derives the meaning of Livia from the Swedish word “liv,” which means “life.”

Word composition

• Latin “lividus” = bluish, envious
• Latin “oliva” = olive, olive tree
• Swedish “liv” = life

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Last updated: 3/18/2026