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Biblical Name · Latin Origin
Olive Meaning in the Bible
Olive
girl
Olive means "Olive tree; Peace", a girl's name of Latin origin. Olive appears in the King James Bible, and Psalm 128:3 is the passage most often tied to it. Olive represents God's peace and fruitful blessing — the flourishing life that grows from roots planted in His covenant love.
Is Olive in the Bible?
Yes — Olive appears in the King James Bible, including Psalm 128:3.
Pronunciation:/OL-iv/
OriginLatin
MeaningOlive tree; Peace
What does Olive mean?
Olive is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Olive tree; Peace". Olive directly names the biblical tree that symbolizes peace, prosperity, and God's blessing. The dove returned to Noah's ark with an olive branch, signaling the end of judgment.
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What does Olive mean in the Bible?
Olive means "Olive tree; Peace" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Olive appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Olive is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with Psalm 128:3. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"And the dove came in to him in the evening; and, lo, in her mouth was an olive leaf pluckt off."
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What are the variants and nicknames of Olive?
Olive has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Olive?
Olive is mentioned across 3 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Olive?
Olive represents God's peace and fruitful blessing — the flourishing life that grows from roots planted in His covenant love.
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Olive name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Olive appears in the King James Bible, including Psalm 128:3.
Olive means "Olive tree; Peace." It is a Latin name. The King James Bible uses it in Psalm 128:3, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Latin. Olive comes into English from Latin and carries the sense "Olive tree; Peace." It appears in the King James Bible, including Psalm 128:3.
Common questions about the name Olive
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Olive?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Olive?
You can read every verse where Olive appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.