Girl Name · Latin Origin
Livia
Livia is a girl baby name of Latin origin, meaning "To live, envy". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Livia often also consider Libby.
Livia meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: To live, envy
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Livia to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Livia as L·I·V·I·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Livia is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Livia variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Liviaa, Liviae, Liviay, Livi.
- Nicknames: Liv and L.
- Middle names: Pair Livia with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Livia middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Libby, Libbie, Lupe, Lovie, Lilia pair naturally with Livia.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Livia
What does the name Livia mean?
Livia means "To live, envy" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Livia?
Livia originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Livia?
Livia has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Livia a boy's or girl's name?
Livia is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Livia in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Livia sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Livia?
Names that share Livia's sound and style include Libby, Libbie, Lupe, Lovie, Lilia.
What middle names pair well with Livia?
Good middle-name fits for Livia pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Livia is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Livia is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Livia?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Livia share its rhythm without rhyming — Libby, Libbie, Lupe all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.