Olga

/ˈɒlɡə/ noun

Definition

A female given name, originally from Eastern Europe and Russia.

Etymology

From Old Norse 'Helga' (holy), which evolved into the Slavic form 'Olga.' The name became especially famous in Russian history and remains common throughout Eastern Europe.

Kelly Says

Saint Olga of Kyiv (900s AD) was a fierce warrior-princess who took revenge against her husband's killers and basically ruled Russia for decades—pretty wild for a historical figure most people have never heard of! The name carries that history of power.

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