Olaf
Olaf: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈəʊl.əf/ · /ˈəʊl.æf/
Meaning and origin of Olaf
- A male given name from Old Norse.
Etymology
Proto-Norse *ᚨᚾᚢᛚᚨᛁᛒᚨᛉ (*anulaibaʀ) Derived from Old Norse Óláfr.
How popular is Olaf?
Since 1880, 2,531 boys in the U.S. have been named Olaf. Its highest rank for boys was #393 in 1885. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Olaf
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Olaf FAQ
What does the name Olaf mean?
A male given name from Old Norse. Proto-Norse *ᚨᚾᚢᛚᚨᛁᛒᚨᛉ (*anulaibaʀ) Derived from Old Norse Óláfr.
What is the origin of the name Olaf?
Olaf is listed as a name of Norse origin.
How popular is the name Olaf?
Since 1880, 2,531 boys in the U.S. have been named Olaf. Its highest rank for boys was #393 in 1885. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Olaf a boy or girl name?
Olaf is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,531 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.