UK girl's name
Liviya
A feminine name derived from the Latin word "livius" meaning "blue" or "tan".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Liviya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Liviya popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2012, with 3 births.
This profile covers 9 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2012 to 2018. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 9 living people in the UK are called Liviya. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Liviya ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2012, when 3 girls were registered as Liviya.
- • About 9 living people in the UK are estimated to have Liviya as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5666
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
2012
3 births
Estimated living
9
2026
Meaning
What does Liviya mean?
The given name Liviya is believed to have originated from the ancient Phoenician civilization, which flourished in the coastal regions of the Mediterranean Sea between the 16th and 6th centuries BC. It is derived from the Phoenician word "leb," meaning "heart" or "soul," suggesting a connection with inner strength and emotional depth.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Liviya can be traced back to the 5th century BC, when it was mentioned in the inscriptions found in the ancient city of Carthage, a prominent Phoenician settlement located in modern-day Tunisia. These inscriptions suggest that the name was relatively common among the Phoenician population at that time.
In ancient Greek and Roman texts, the name Liviya is occasionally mentioned, indicating its presence in the Mediterranean region during the classical era. However, it is uncertain whether these references directly pertain to the Phoenician name or if they were adapted versions used by Greek or Roman individuals.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Liviya. One of the most famous was Liviya Antonia (c. 35 BC - c. 63 AD), a Roman noblewoman and the second wife of the Roman emperor Claudius. She was known for her political influence and involvement in the imperial court.
Another prominent figure was Liviya Drusilla (c. 16 BC - 28 AD), a Roman empress and the first wife of the Roman emperor Augustus. She played a significant role in the early years of the Roman Empire and was highly respected for her virtue and loyalty.
In the Middle Ages, the name Liviya appeared in various European regions, possibly influenced by the spread of the Roman Empire and its cultural impact. One noteworthy individual was Liviya of Svevia (c. 1095 - 1126), a German noblewoman and the wife of Duke Frederick II of Swabia.
During the Renaissance period, the name Liviya gained popularity among the Italian nobility. A notable example was Liviya Colonna (1490 - 1555), an Italian noblewoman and poet who was highly regarded for her literary works and patronage of the arts.
In more recent times, the name Liviya has been used across various cultures and regions, though its origins can be traced back to the ancient Phoenician civilization and its linguistic roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Liviya over time
The chart below shows babies named Liviya registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Liviya, the clearest high point is 2012. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Liviya by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Liviya was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5776 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Liviya
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Liviya: questions and answers
How popular is the name Liviya in the UK right now?
In 2018, Liviya was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Liviya most popular?
The peak year on record was 2012, with 3 babies registered as Liviya in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Liviya?
A feminine name derived from the Latin word "livius" meaning "blue" or "tan".
How many people are called Liviya in the UK?
A total of 9 babies have been registered as Liviya across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.