Meaning: Wealth or honor in Yoruba; other origins have separate meanings
The story
Yoruba Ọlá evokes wealth, honor or distinction. Norwegian Ola is a short form of Olaf, while Polish Ola shortens Aleksandra; each tradition has its own history.
Spellings & variants
- Olaf
- Olu
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
- Works everywhere
- Short
- Soft
Origins
Ola comes from Yoruba, Norwegian, and Polish.
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