Russian Baby Names for Girls
Russian baby names for girls, long a style backwater, are coming into their own as a fashionable choice. Here are some of the most appealing Russian girls' names.
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Alla
A short form of Alexandra and Alice used everywhere from Russia to Spain. A fresh alternative to Allie. Read More
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Amaliya
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Anastasia
Anastasia is no longer a forbidding regal Russian name, but is now seen as a viable -- and increasingly popular -- American option, elegantly beautiful. Anastasia's greatest claim to fame is via ... Read More
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Dariya
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Dominika
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Duscha
Seems like a possible alternative to the more popular Sascha, but middle school life would be difficult for any girl bearing this name in an English-speaking world. Read More
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Fanya
Fanya might make an exotic and unusual short form for the classic Frances, or could stand as a full name on its own. Definitely classier than Tanya but with the same Eastern European flavor. Read More
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Feodora
Feodora is an interesting choice for the intrepid name giver, especially with its dynamic nickname, Feo (pronounced FAY-oh). Read More
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Galina
Commonly used in Russia, has an Old World Slavic feel. Read More
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Ivanna
A relative of both Ivana and Vanna. Read More
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- Girly Girl Baby Names Includes: Valentina, Anastasia, Tatiana
- Katherine's International Variations Includes: Katarina
- Helen's International Variations Includes: Nelya, Galina, Jelena
- Fictional Princess Names Includes: Anastasia
- Saints' Names Includes: Tatiana
- Athlete Baby Names Includes: Katarina
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