US Popularity Rank: 6751

Origin: Swedish

Meaning: Ancestor's descendant, legacy, or relic; Relating to

A masculine name of Norse origin, Olen means “ancestor's descendant,” “ancestor’s legacy,” or “ancestor’s relic” and emanates an air of ancient holiness. The etymology of Olen is challenging to pin down. Some sources suggest this Scandinavian name comes from Olaf, with elements signifying “inheritance” or “legacy.” Others deem it a Swedish surname—unknown roots—with a suffix meaning “relating to.” There are also several ways to spell Olen, including Olin and Olan, which lead to more potential origins and meanings. What’s more, Olen was borne by a legendary ancient Greek poet from Lycia, whose work has been lost to the ages. Nevertheless, the name Olen thrives as a unique and beloved title to this day. A timeless and worldly name like Olen is ideal if you know baby will have an old soul.