Oleg
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Swarthy, coal-black, victorious people
Origin: Old English/Greek
Popularity: Ranked #8728 in 2025 with 9 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Ole, meaning swarthy, coal-black, victorious people.
Similar names: ole, olen, olena, olenna, olga, ollen, omega
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Oleg? About 1 in 369,833 babies born in 2025 were named Oleg, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Oleg
What does the name Oleg mean?
Oleg means “Swarthy, coal-black, victorious people” from Old English/Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Oleg?
Oleg has Old English/Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Swarthy, coal-black, victorious people”.
How popular is Oleg?
Oleg ranked #8243 in 2025 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Oleg most popular?
Oleg peaked in 2019 with 26 babies registered that year.
Is Oleg a boy or girl name?
Oleg is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Olegs in registered births are male.
Is the name Oleg rising or falling in popularity?
Oleg has risen 1664 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9907 in 2020 to #8243 in 2025.
How long has Oleg been recorded?
Oleg appears in birth records across 37 years — from 1959 through 2025.