Ancestors descendant or egg
Ovie is primarily a diminutive of the Scandinavian name Ove, derived from the Old Norse 'Agi', meaning 'ancestor'. In a West African context, particularly among the Urhobo people of Nigeria, it is a title or name meaning 'king'. In English-speaking regions, it is often associated with the Latin 'ovum' meaning 'egg'.
Less common today
Ovie isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,620 in 2023.
NHL superstar often nicknamed 'Ovie'
Professional basketball player and reality TV star
Former NFL fullback
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
