Ole
Meaning: Ancestor's descendant
Origin: Old Norse/Danish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #104
Total births: 1,112
History: Norse roots give this name a mythic quality, linking Danish naming to the age of the Vikings.
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| Current rank (2024) | #29 |
| Babies named Ole in 2024 | 57 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 1,112 |
| Peak year | 1988 (65 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #29 |
| Years in records | 1985–2024 (40 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 15 spots |
Frequently asked about Ole
What does the name Ole mean?
Ole means “Ancestor's descendant” from Old Norse/Danish roots.
What is the origin of the name Ole?
Ole has Old Norse/Danish origin. The traditional meaning is “Ancestor's descendant”.
How popular is Ole in Denmark?
Ole ranked #29 in Denmark in 2024 — given to 57 babies that year.
When was Ole most popular?
Ole peaked in 1988 with 65 babies registered that year in Denmark.
Is Ole a boy or girl name?
Ole is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Oles in registered births are male.
Is the name Ole rising or falling in popularity?
Ole has risen 15 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Denmark — from #44 in 2019 to #29 in 2024.
How long has Ole been recorded in Denmark?
Ole appears in birth records in Denmark across 40 years — from 1985 through 2024.