How to Say "Oliver" in German

Oliver

/ˈɔlivɐ/masculine

The English name Oliver is translated into German as Oliver.

Oliver is a masculine given name used in German.

Meaning: male given name (name)

Which one should you use?

One way to say Oliver informally in German is Olli.

/ˈɔlivɐ/

The German 'V' in Oliver is pronounced as an 'f' sound, making the name sound closer to 'Olif-er' to an English ear.
In German folklore and early literature, the name is sometimes associated with the legendary figure Oliveres, a companion of Roland in the 'Song of Roland'.
In Germany, Oliver peaked in popularity during the 1980s, making it a common 'generational' name for men currently in their late 30s and 40s.

Oliver hat mit Akne zu kämpfen.
Oliver has an acne problem.
This sentence illustrates the use of Oliver.
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Maria meint, Oliver sei noch zu jung für eine Freundin.
Mary thinks that Oliver is still too young to have a girlfriend.
This sentence shows how Oliver is used when discussing someone's age and relationships.
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Oliver benützt „Clearasil“.
Oliver uses Clearasil.
This sentence shows a sentence containing Oliver.
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Julian and Sarah are talking about their mutual friend.

Julian

Hast du heute schon mit Oliver gesprochen?
Have you spoken with Oliver today?
Sarah

Nein, ich habe Oliver gestern angerufen.
No, I called Oliver yesterday.
Julian

Wann kommt Oliver eigentlich zur Party?
When is Oliver actually coming to the party?
Sarah

Ich glaube, Oliver kommt erst später.
I think Oliver is coming later.

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