This is the 1452nd most frequent German word.
oliver
In German, "Oliver" is typically a male given name and does not have a standalone definition beyond being a proper noun.
The word 'Oliver' functions as a proper noun, specifically a name, referring to the subject of the sentence.
Oliver spielt gerne Fußball.
Oliver likes to play soccer.
In this sentence, 'Oliver' is treated as a noun, referring to the name itself and is used in a general statement.
Der Name Oliver wird oft in Deutschland verwendet.
The name Oliver is often used in Germany.
Here, 'Oliver' is mentioned as a specific person, contextualizing the action or response described in the sentence.