What is the Quenya name for the wizard Gandalf?

The Quenya name for the wizard Gandalf is Olórin. In Tolkien’s legendarium, Gandalf was originally a Maia, an immortal spirit who lived in Valinor before travelling to Middle-earth as one of the Istari, or Wizards.

Olórin was associated with the Vala Manwë and especially with Nienna, whose compassion and wisdom influenced him. When the Valar chose emissaries to oppose Sauron, Olórin was initially reluctant because he feared Sauron’s power. Manwë nevertheless sent him, believing that humility and counsel were more valuable than displays of force.

Gandalf used different names in different languages and regions. The Elves called him Mithrandir, meaning “Grey Pilgrim,” while the Dwarves called him Tharkûn. Incánus was a southern name, and Gandalf was the name used in the north. These are all genuine names, but Olórin specifically identifies his original Quenya identity.

After Gandalf fell fighting the Balrog in Moria, he returned as Gandalf the White, a transformed figure with greater authority. His body could die, but his Maia spirit was not mortal in the ordinary human sense.