Olaf
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Family
- Origin
- Danish
Olaf Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,525 baby boys have been named Olaf. The name peaked in 1916 with 79 US births that year (rank #669). In 2024, ranked #13645 nationally — 12,976 places below its 1916 peak.
Top States for Olaf
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Olaf births are: Minnesota (123), North Dakota (112), New York (59).
Other Danish-Origin Names Like Olaf
If you like Olaf's Danish origin, consider these related names: Abellona, Agneta, Almeta, Anders, Annemette. Browse all Danish names →
4-Letter Names Starting with O
Names with Olaf's exact length and starting letter: Oana, Obax, Octa, Octe, Odam.
Quick Facts About Olaf
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ola | Ibo Of Nigeria Name Meaning "Precious, Worth." | Female | African |
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Compare Olaf to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Olaf against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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