Name:
Olavi
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Finnish, Old Norse
Meaning:
Olavi is a Finnish variant of Olaf. Olaf is derived from the Old Norse name 'Anleifr', itself derived from the words 'anu', which means 'ancestor', and 'leifr', which means 'heir or descendant'.
Pronunciation:
O-lah-vi
The Five Elements:
Metal
Also Spelled Like...:
Uolevi
Famous Olavi:
Olavi Ahonen : actor
Olavi Litmanen : footballer
Olavi Rove : gymnast