Polish Names
- Michalina
Origin:
Feminization of Michal, PolishMeaning:
"who is like God?"Description:
A classic name in Poland, where it has been in the Top 50 since 2007. Michalina is the feminine form of Michal, the Polish, Czech, and Slavic variation of Michael.
- Janina
Origin:
Polish; Finnish; Lithuanian; German; SwedishMeaning:
"God is gracious"Description:
A sweet and sprightly feminine form of John.
- Benek
- Jasia
- Klementyna
Origin:
Polish, from LatinMeaning:
"mild, merciful"Description:
The sweet and rhythmic Polish form of Clementine.
- Sabinka
- Tymon
Origin:
Polish variation of Timon, GreekMeaning:
"reward, honor"Description:
Timon has strong associations with The Lion King, making it a tough sell for American parents. Attractive Polish variation Tymon, with the emphasis on the first syllable, preserves the strength of the original while eliminating the meerkat connection.
- Cecylia
- Waleria
- Pela
Origin:
Polish short form of PenelopeMeaning:
"weaver"Description:
For such a short, simple name, Pela has many possible derivations and meanings. It's most commonly cited as a short form of Penelope, but can also be a nickname for Pelagia, a name related to the sea.
- Olesia
Origin:
Polish, diminutive of AleksandraDescription:
Sounds a bit pharmaceutical.
- Bronislaw
Origin:
PolishMeaning:
"weapon of glory"Description:
Also spelled Bronisław, this Polish name has a strong, rugged meaning. It was briefly popular in France in the first half of the 20th century and has been notably borne by Polish anthropologist, Bronisław Malinowski and Polish Prime Minister, Bronisław Komorowski.
- Clemenza
- Adok
- Rasine
- Maksymilian
Origin:
Polish, from LatinMeaning:
"greatest"Description:
The Polish form of Maximilian.
- Walenty
- Janka
Origin:
Hungarian variation of JaneDescription:
Not likely to succeed here because of the "yanking" association.
- Arek
- Lucya