Ancestors descendant
Derived from the Old Norse name Óláfr, it is composed of the elements 'anu' (ancestor) and 'leifr' (heir or descendant). It has been a royal name in Norway for centuries and is associated with Saint Olaf, the patron saint of Norway.
Less common today
Olaf isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,331 in 1991.
Cheerful, summer-loving snowman · Frozen
King and patron saint of Norway
Influential British science fiction writer
The primary antagonist and master of disguise · A Series of Unfortunate Events
German former professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
