Olof

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Olof is a Scandinavian name that means "ancestor's relic" or "forefather's descendant".
Pronunciation
OO-lawf
The name is pronounced "OH-lof" or "AW-lof".
Popularity
Olof is not a very common name outside of Scandinavia, but it has been gaining popularity in recent years. It is currently most popular in Sweden, where it ranks among the top 100 boys' names. In other countries, such as the United States, the name is rare and is not commonly used.

cartoon of the name Olof
Cartoon of Olof

Olof Name meanings & History

Olof is a Scandinavian name that means "ancestor's relic" or "forefather's descendant". Swedish form of Olaf. The name Olof is used primarily in Scandinavian countries, although it has also become popular in other parts of the world. It is a name that can be used for boys of all ages.

Zodiac Sign of Olof: Obstinate Cancer,Obsessive Scorpio

Synonyms of Olof:

O: Ostentatious,Obsessive,Obsolete,Organized,Obstinate

L: Lover,Luscious,Lovely,Lazy,Liaison,Languid,Legal

F: Festive,Friendly,Fiery,Fun-loving

Olof is:

  • a Mature name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strange name
  • a Upper Class name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Olof include Olof Palme, a former prime minister of Sweden, and Olof Skötkonung, a legendary Swedish king.

Related Names to Olof

Other similar names to Olof include Olaf, Oliver, Olov, and Ole.

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