Olen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Hollow valley, deep valley
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #3489 in 2025 with 33 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Holden. Shares the meaning 'Hollow valley, deep valley.'
Similar names: olena, olenna, ollen, olsen, ole, oaklen, oden, olan
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Olen? About 1 in 100,864 babies born in 2025 were named Olen, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Olen
What does the name Olen mean?
Olen means “Hollow valley, deep valley” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Olen?
Olen has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Hollow valley, deep valley”.
How popular is Olen?
Olen ranked #3450 in 2025 — given to 33 babies that year.
When was Olen most popular?
Olen peaked in 1922 with 193 babies registered that year.
Is Olen a boy or girl name?
Olen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Olens in registered births are male.
Is the name Olen rising or falling in popularity?
Olen has fallen 365 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3085 in 2020 to #3450 in 2025.
How long has Olen been recorded?
Olen appears in birth records across 143 years — from 1880 through 2025.