Polish Names for Boys
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Waclaw
Wacław is a traditional Polish masculine name derived from the Slavic name Václav (Wenceslaus in English). The name combines two Slavic elements: 'vyache' meaning 'more' or 'greater,' and 'slava'…
Juri
Juri is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Estonian and Finnish contexts, it's a form of George, ultimately derived from Greek "georgos" meaning "farmer" or "earth-worker." In…
Iwo
Iwo is a masculine name with Japanese and Polish origins, creating an interesting cross-cultural connection. In Japanese contexts, it relates to Iwo Jima, the volcanic island known for the historic…
Zbigniew
Polish
"to dispel anger"
One of the first authentically Slavic names many Americans heard (but couldn't pronounce), via 1960s to 70s former presidential advisor Zbigniew Brzezinski. Even after all these years, it is still…
Zenon
Ancient Greek and Polish form of Zeno and Zeus
"sky, shine; gift of Zeus"
Zenon is a relative of Zeno, which is a form of Zeus, used in both ancient Greece and modern Poland. With the new rise of all names mythological, this one may deserve a fresh look.
Michal
Czech, Slavic, and Polish variation of Michael
"who is like God?"
Michal may be one of several Eastern European forms of Michael, though there is a biblical Michal who is female, the daughter of Saul and wife of David.
Oliwjer
Oliwjer is a masculine name that represents a modern Polish spelling variation of Oliver. The traditional name Oliver has Germanic origins meaning 'olive tree,' symbolizing peace and fruitfulness, or…
Symon
Symon is a distinctive spelling variant of Simon, a name with ancient Hebrew origins meaning 'he has heard' or 'listening.' This particular spelling adds a touch of uniqueness while maintaining the…
Szmon
Szmon appears to be a rare masculine name that may be a variant spelling of Simon, a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'he has heard' or 'listener.' The unusual spelling with 'Sz' suggests possible…
Szymon
Szymon is the Polish form of Simon, a masculine name with biblical origins. Simon derives from the Hebrew name Shimon, meaning 'he has heard' or 'listening.' In the Bible, Simon was one of the twelve…
Ola
Norwegian and Swedish form of Olaf
"ancestor's relic"
Simple, friendly, distinctive name heard in several cultures. The a ending may feel more feminine in the US than Ole, though both variations are acceptable in Scandinavia.