Oleg

Meaning holy, sacred
Origin Russian, Slavic
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification O-leg

About Oleg

Solid as oak and smooth as silk, Oleg brings Old World charm to modern nurseries. This time-honored name carries weight without heaviness, tradition without stuffiness, making it perfect for families who value heritage with a contemporary twist.

Its simple four-letter structure belies the depth of character it suggests – someone straightforward yet profound, practical yet philosophical.

The strong opening and gentle closing sounds mirror the balance you hope to instill in your son between strength and compassion.

Oleg travels well across cultures and languages, maintaining its dignity while adapting to different pronunciations.

Choose this name if you want your son to carry a piece of history forward while making his own mark on the future.

Variations of Name Oleg

Oliver
Olaf
Oswald
Ole
Ollie
Olivier
Olsen

Nicknames for Oleg

Ol
Leg
Oleg

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Osborne
Owen
Otto
Orhan
Odysseus
Omega
Obed
Onix
Owyn
Osman