Helga

Helga is a feminine given name of Old Norse origin, derived from the element heilagr, meaning holy or blessed. It was widely used throughout medieval Scandinavia and carried strong religious and protective connotations, often associated with prosperity and divine favor. The name appears in Norse sagas and was borne by several legendary figures in Scandinavian tradition. The masculine counterpart is Helge, and related forms across Germanic languages include Olga, which entered Slavic cultures through Viking contact.