Olaf Name Meaning & Origin
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Olaf is a name of Old Norse origin, derived from the elements 'anu' meaning 'ancestor' and 'leifr' meaning 'descendant' or 'heir'. It was popular among Norse and Scandinavian royalty and nobility, and remains common in Nordic countries.
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Swedish (Nordic) 50% -
Norwegian (Nordic) 30% -
Danish (Nordic) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Olaf
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Olaf in the US (SSA Data):
Olaf Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 7
People with this name tend to be: Analytical, intellectual and spiritual.