Ove
Meaning: Terror, awe
Origin: Old Norse/Danish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #139
Total births: 22
History: A name from the Old Norse sagas, connecting Danish families to their Viking and Scandinavian heritage.
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Every number here comes directly from Denmark’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2023) | #68 |
| Babies named Ove in 2023 | 3 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 22 |
| Peak year | 2021 (6 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #59 |
| Years in records | 2017–2023 (6 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 8 spots |
Frequently asked about Ove
What does the name Ove mean?
Ove means “Terror, awe” from Old Norse/Danish roots.
What is the origin of the name Ove?
Ove has Old Norse/Danish origin. The traditional meaning is “Terror, awe”.
How popular is Ove in Denmark?
Ove ranked #68 in Denmark in 2023 — given to 3 babies that year.
Is Ove a boy or girl name?
Ove is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Oves in registered births are male.
How long has Ove been recorded in Denmark?
Ove appears in birth records in Denmark across 6 years — from 2017 through 2023.