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Name Origin

Olga is a feminine given name of Slavic origin, meaning 'holy' or 'sacred.' It is derived from the Old Norse name ' Helga', which shares the same root as the English word 'holy'. Olga is associated with strength, wisdom, and spirituality.

slavicfeminineholysacredspiritualwisdomstrength

Famous People

Olga of Kiev (890-969)

Princess of Kiev

  • Conversion of Kievan Rus' to Christianity

Olga Korbut (1955-)

Gymnast

  • Olympic gold medalist (1972)
  • Known for innovative gymnastics moves

Olga Tokarczuk (1962-)

Writer

  • Nobel Prize in Literature (2018)
  • Known for novels exploring themes of history, identity, and Polish culture

Olga Kurylenko (1979-)

Actress and Model

  • Roles in films such as 'Quantum of Solace'
  • Successful modeling career

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