Russian Names
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Mavriki
Mavriki is a masculine name of Russian origin, derived from the ancient Roman name Mauritius, which means "dark-skinned" or "Moorish." In Russian tradition, it appears in historical contexts and…
Maksim
Maksim is a masculine name of Slavic origin, representing the Eastern European form of Maximus, derived from Latin meaning 'greatest' or 'largest.' Particularly popular in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus,…
Melor
Celtic
"iron man"
Melor is the name of a Breton saint who in legend was also a prince, suggesting he was the son of a Cornish king (Mylor is the Cornish variation of the name). Melor was said to have a foot and hand…
Mikhail
Russian variation of Michael
"who is like God"
One of the most familiar Russian names in the West, thanks to ballet great Mikhail Baryshnikov and state head Mikhail Gorbachev.
Misha
Russian, diminutive of Mikhail
Brought into the American consciousness as the nickname of ballet great Mikhail Baryshnikov, it more recently took on a unisex air via TV and screen actress Mischa Barton. Could become the next Sasha.
Mischa
Russian, diminutive of Mikhail
Though the Mischa spelling is migrating toward the feminine side thanks to actress Mischa Barton, this Russian boys' short form still works for children of both sexes, as Mischa or Misha.
Mosya
Mosya is a masculine name with Slavic origins, primarily used in Russian-speaking cultures. It functions as a diminutive or affectionate form of Moses (Moisey in Russian). The name Moses itself…
Moisse
Moisse is an uncommon masculine name that likely derives from variations of Moses, a name with ancient Hebrew origins meaning 'drawn out of the water,' referring to the biblical figure saved from the…
Moisey
Russian variation of Moses
"delivered from the water"
Russian translation of Moses.
Natan
Variation of Nathan, Hebrew
"given"
For jet-setting parents or those with many cultural backgrounds, a name that is workable across various languages is often a priority. Natan is a great option, as it is a familiar name in many…
Nikita
Russian cognate of Greek Aniketos
"unconquered"
A popular choice in Russia, Nikita is a sharp, zippy choice that became heavily associated with the Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev in the 50s and 60s. Derived from the Greek name Niketas meaning…
Oleg
Russian
"holy"
This common Russian name has a somewhat effete pencil-thin-moustached image here.
Orel
Hebrew
"light of God"
Unisex name in Israel, ideal for a Hanukkah baby.
Panas
Russian
"immortal"
Enviable meaning, but off-putting sound.
Pasha
Russian, diminutive of Pavel
"small, humble"
Similar in sound to Sasha, Pasha is a Russian diminutive of the name Pavel, itself a form of Paul. Also used as a title for a high ranking officer in the (now historical) Ottoman military, and as the…
Pavel
Russian variation of Paul
"small"
Pavel may be widespread in the former Soviet Union, but it has a somewhat impoverished image here.
Panya
Short form of Pavel
"small"
Panya is a Russian diminutive that sounds a tad feminine to the Western sensibility.
Pyotr
Russian variation of Peter
For Americans, may prove too much of a twist on Peter.
Rostya
Rostya is a masculine name with Slavic origins, most likely serving as a diminutive form of Rostislav, which combines elements meaning "growth" and "glory" or "fame." The name is most common in…
Slavik
Slavik is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in Czech, Slovak, Russian, and Ukrainian communities. It derives from "slava," meaning "glory" or "fame" in Slavic languages. The…