Olaf Name Meaning
The name Olaf comes from Norwegian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Olaf below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Olaf Name Meaning
Norwegian, Danish, German, Dutch, PolishFrom the Old Norse name Áleifr meaning "ancestor's descendant", derived from the elements anu "ancestor" and leifr "descendant". This was the name of five kings of Norway,...
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What does the name Olaf mean?
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Is Olaf a boy or girl name?
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