Olavi is a Nordic male given name of Norse origin, meaning "ancestor's heritage" or "heir". It is composed of the elements 'ol' which signifies ancestors and 'avi', referring to heir or successor. This name has been used prominently in Scandinavia, particularly in Finland where it ranks among the top 100 most popular names for boys. Olavi is often shortened to 'Olav', but both forms are considered formal and respectful. It does not have any well-known figures associated with it as a first name.
"The name Olavi was quite popular between 1914 and 1924, with a peak of nine births in the year 1920. Over these years, there were a total of forty-one children named Olavi born."