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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Uncertain (feminine of Roman name Livius)
- Origin
- Latin (Roman)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LIV-ee-ah
Livia is a girl's name with Latin roots and a clean, modern feel — it's the feminine form of the Roman family name Livius. You might see it glossed as meaning 'life,' but that's not accurate: the real root traces back to Livius itself, and even that origin is disputed, with some linking it to 'bluish' rather than anything about life. It's pronounced LIV-ee-ah (/ˈlɪviə/).
Meaning & Origin of Livia
Meaning: Uncertain (feminine of Roman name Livius).
Origin: Latin (Roman).
A common claim: Livia means 'life' Actually: Livia is often glossed as 'life,' but that's not supported — it's the feminine form of the Roman family name Livius, whose actual root is disputed (sometimes linked to 'bluish').
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Livia
LIV-ee-ahIPA /ˈlɪviə/
Popularity of Livia
Livia peaked at #667 in 2014, when 428 babies got the name, and has since eased down to #836 in 2024 with a count of 321.
Names Like Livia
These names share Livia’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Livia mean?
Uncertain (feminine of Roman name Livius). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Livia?
Livia is pronounced LIV-ee-ah (IPA: /ˈlɪviə/).
Is Livia a popular name right now?
Livia peaked at #667 in 2014 and is ranked #836 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1906–2024.)
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