Olga

Origen y significado de Olga

Olga comes from the Old Norse Helga, 'holy, sacred, blessed,' brought into the Slavic world by the Varangians. The name is tied to Saint Olga of Kiev, ruler of the Rus' and the first among her people to embrace Christianity. Hugely common in Russia and throughout the Slavic world, it is also frequent in Poland, Germany, Spain and Italy. Its short, strong sound and noble meaning make it an intense, elegant name with a blend of Nordic and Eastern charm.

Variantes en el mundo

Cómo se dice Olga en otros idiomas.

Personas famosas

• Sant'Olga di Kiev— santo
• Olga Korbut— atleta