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Oleg

Oleg (name) means a masculine given name common among Slavic-speaking peoples, derived ultimately from a Norse name meaning "holy.". Example: “Oleg was a legendary early ruler of Kievan Rus.”

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A masculine given name common among Slavic-speaking peoples, derived ultimately from a Norse name meaning "holy."

"Oleg was a legendary early ruler of Kievan Rus."

Word forms

Olegs plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Russian Оле́г, a Varangian name from Old Norse Helgi ("holy").

Origin: Old Norse

Frequently asked questions

What does “Oleg” mean?

The word “Oleg” means a masculine given name common among Slavic-speaking peoples, derived ultimately from a Norse name meaning "holy.".

How do you use “Oleg” in a sentence?

Here is “Oleg” used in a sentence: “Oleg was a legendary early ruler of Kievan Rus.”

What part of speech is “Oleg”?

“Oleg” is a name.

Where does the word “Oleg” come from?

The word “Oleg” comes from Old Norse. Borrowed from Russian Оле́г, a Varangian name from Old Norse Helgi ("holy").

Is “Oleg” a common word?

“Oleg” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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