Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 02, 2024

Olavo

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Origin: Scandinavian

Meaning: Descendent of; Ancestor's relic

Here is a name you are sure to o-love! Olavo is a boy's name of Portuguese and Spanish origin. With the poignant meaning of “descendent of” or “ancestor’s relic,” this moniker will help baby remember exactly where they came from. Parents can take this name as the opportunity to highlight the heritage, homeland, or loved one that they want baby to feel connected to, while also offering up a unique spin on the Nordic name Olaf. Famous namesakes include Brazilian journalist Olavo de Carvalho, Brazilian poet Olavo Bilax, and Ecuadorian chess master Olavo Yépez.

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