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Name Origin

Ole is a Scandinavian given name, primarily found in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It is a short form of the Old Norse name Olaf, meaning 'ancestor's relic' or 'heirloom'.

scandinaviandanishnorwegianswedisholafancestorrelicheirloommasculine

Famous People

Ole Gunnar Solskjær (1973-)

Football Manager and Former Player

Won the UEFA Champions League with Manchester United as a player in 1999
Managed Manchester United from 2018 to 2021

Ole Kirk Christiansen (1891-1958)

Carpenter and Toymaker

Founded the Lego Group in 1932

Similar Names

Olaf Ollie

Sibling Names

Lars

Both Ole and Lars are classic Scandinavian names with a strong and traditional feel.

Astrid

Astrid is another beautiful Scandinavian name that complements Ole's simplicity and strength.

Soren

Like Ole, Soren has a timeless quality with Danish origins, creating a harmonious sibling set.