Boy Name

Olaf

"Ancestor's heir and descendant of forebears, honoring one's family lineage and heritage."

Ranked #13645 for boys

About the Name Olaf

Meaning

Ancestor's heir and descendant of forebears, honoring one's family lineage and heritage.

Gender

Boy

First Letter

O

Boy Rank

#13645

Olaf is a boy name of Old Norse origin. The name means "Ancestor's heir and descendant of forebears, honoring one's family lineage and heritage." and Currently ranked #13645 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with O or explore other Old Norse names.

Popularity Over Time

#142
1950
#174
1960
#148
1970
#79
1980
#98
1990
#137
2000
#133
2010
#30
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Olaf

  • OS Olaf Scholz (German Chancellor)

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