Olav

Olav is a beautiful name that is generally used for boys. It has quite a vivid background, from the meaning of the name to the different famous individuals who have shared it. Olav has a Scandinavian origin. It comes from the Norse language, presumably from Proto-Norse. This was one of the languages spoken in Scandinavia. What the name meant in the language was even more fascinating. The original version of the name was constructed with two halves. The first half of the word meant ‘grandfather’. The second half of the word means ‘heirloom’. Hence, the meaning of the Olav is ‘ancestral heritage’ or ‘the ancestor’s pride’. The name has seen different versions of it being used. One of these versions is Olaf. The Norwegian language had criteria for using Olav and Olaf. Olav has a more refined usage when it comes to the Norwegian language. It is traditionally used for Norweigian royals. Apart from this, different versions of the name Olav have been used across other Scandinavian languages and their dialects.

Gender

Boy

Origin

Scandinavian

Numerology

O is for ornate, nothing plain here!

L is for lively, your life is full of energy!

A is for amenable, for your easy going nature.

V is for verve! Your enthusiasm!

Lucky

Olav lucky number is 5.

Free-thinking, adventurous, and progressive, 5 is defined by freedom. 5 needs to experience the world by engaging its five senses: For 5, life lessons are acquired through spontaneous acts of bravery. Akin to Sagittarius energy within astrology, 5 is known for its playful, impulsive, and vivacious spirit.

Famous People Named Olav

• Olav V (born Alexander Edward Christian Frederik) King of Norway
• Olav Engelbrektsson 28th Archbishop of Norway
• Olav Meisdalshagen Norwegian politician