Eastern European Names
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Aleksandr
Russian; Armenian, from Greek
"defending men"
A form of Alexander commonly used in Russia, Armenia, Estonia and Kazakhstan.
Shura
Russian diminutive of Alexander
"defending men"
Shura is a unisex Russian nickname for Aleksandr or Aleksandra, themselves forms of Alexander. Less known in the English=speaking world than Sasha, it's also more assertive -- probably because of…
Sanya
Diminutive of Aleksandr, Russian from Greek
An alternative to Sasha, another common Russian nickname for Aleksander.
Alexandru
Alexandru is the Romanian form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning "defender of men" or "protector of mankind." This masculine name has ancient roots and has been borne by…
Aleksei
Aleksei is a masculine name of Russian origin, representing the Slavic form of Alexius or Alexis, ultimately derived from the Greek 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' or 'to help.' This powerful name has…
Aleksy
Polish, from Greek
"defending men"
An intriguing Polish form of Alexander that's both unique and familiar-sounding.
Alois
Variation of Aloysius, Latin
"renowned warrior"
Alois and Aloysius are variation of Louis. Alois ranked in the US Top 1000 until the 1930s, and still ranks in the Top 1000 in Germany. Last year in the US, only seven baby boys were named Alois.
Ambrus
Hungarian
"immortal"
Hungarian form of Ambrose
Anatoli
Georgian; Russian; Ukrainian, from Greek
"from the east, rising sun"
A sweet and gentle-sounding name with a sunny meaning, typically nicknamed Tolya in Russia. Depending on the country of origin, it can also be written as Anatoli or Anatoliy.
Anatoly
Russian, from Greek
"from the east, rising sun"
A sweet and gentle-sounding Russian name with a sunny meaning, typically nicknamed Tolya in Russia. It can also be written as Anatoli or Anatoliy.
Anatol
Anatol is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from the name Anatolius, which means "sunrise" or "from the east." It is particularly popular in Eastern European countries, especially Russia,…
Tolya
Tolya is a masculine name of Russian origin, primarily used as a diminutive or affectionate form of Anatoly (Анатолий). Anatoly itself derives from Greek roots meaning 'sunrise' or 'from the east.'…
Andor
Norwegian; Swedish; Hungarian
"eagle; manly"
Unusual but accessible multi-cultural choice.
Aniol
Catalan, meaning unknown
An obscure medieval saint's name with a smooth liquid sound. The Latin version is Andeolus.
Anzelm
Anzelm is a masculine name with ancient Germanic roots, derived from the name Anselm. The original form comes from the elements 'ans' meaning 'god' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet' or 'protection,'…
Antoni
Polish, Catalan and Welsh form of Antonius, Latin
"priceless"
Toncse
Toncse is an extremely rare masculine name with obscure origins. It may have Hungarian or Eastern European roots, though documented usage is minimal. The name's unusual letter combination creates a…
Tosia
Tosia is a masculine name with Polish origins, functioning as a diminutive of Antoni (the Polish form of Anthony, meaning 'priceless one' or 'highly praiseworthy'). In Polish culture, Tosia is…
Tola
Hebrew or Yoruba
"scarlet red or wealth"
The Biblical Tola was a long-ruling judge of Israel renowned for his wisdom and fairness, definitely a positive association.
Ara
Armenian
"king"
Ara is a unique boys' name that one of the most melodious in the Armenian name pool, familiarized by Notre Dame football coach Ara Parseghian. In Armenian mythology, Ara was a king so handsome that a…