Male Name
Olav
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
ancestors
chess Grandmasters
DJs
Elder Scrolls characters
isograms
knights of the Spanish Golden Fleece
Norwegian royal family
Path of the Ranger characters
producers
quizzers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
71/100
classic120%
mature80%
formal80%
upper class80%
strong140%
refined65%
strange140%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Olav is a variant of the name Olaf, which is of Proto-Norse origin, reconstructed as *Anu-laibaz, from 'anu' meaning 'ancestor, grand-father' and 'laibaz' meaning 'heirloom, descendant'. The name has evolved through various languages and cultures, maintaining its significance as a traditional and royal name in Scandinavian countries.
Etymology
Original Form:
*Anu-laibaz
Evolution:
From Old Norse Áleifr, Ólafr, Óleifr, Anleifr to modern forms like Olav, Olaf, Olov, Olof, and Oluf.
Source:
Proto-Norse