Olin

Patronymic

Meaning

A surname derived from the Scandinavian personal name Olin or Ole.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Old Norse 'Óleifr' (Olaf) or as a shortened form of longer Scandinavian names. It may also function as a given name used as a surname.

About the Olin Surname

Olin is a Scandinavian surname derived from personal names, functioning both as a given name and surname. It is moderately common in Scandinavian countries and North America.

Distribution

Found in Scandinavia and among Scandinavian diaspora, particularly in North America.

Notable Bearers

Stephen Olin, Lena Olin