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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Holy, blessed
- Origin
- Old Norse (via Old Russian)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- OHL-guh
Olga (OHL-guh) is a name of Old Norse origin that came into English by way of Old Russian, and it means "holy" or "blessed." It's short, two syllables, and easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Olga
Meaning: Holy, blessed.
Origin: Old Norse (via Old Russian).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Olga
OHL-guhIPA /ˈoʊlɡə/
Popularity of Olga
Olga peaked at #126 in 1916, when 1685 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3309, with 48 babies named Olga that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Olga mean?
Holy, blessed. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Olga?
Olga is pronounced OHL-guh (IPA: /ˈoʊlɡə/).
Is Olga a popular name right now?
Olga peaked at #126 in 1916 and is ranked #3309 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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