Russian Names for Boys
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Lev
Hebrew, Russian
"heart; lion"
This concise one-syllable name, has two possible derivations and two positive meanings associated with it. In Hebrew, it means "heart", while in Russian it means "lion". So strong and simple Lev has…
Ludis
Ludis is a masculine name with Baltic origins, particularly connected to Latvian culture. The name is related to the Latvian word 'ludis,' which refers to games or play, suggesting a playful,…
Makar
Makar is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries. It derives from the Greek name Makarios, meaning "blessed" or "happy." In…
Manuil
Manuil is a masculine name of Greek and Russian origin, derived from Emmanuel, meaning 'God is with us.' This variation is particularly common in Eastern European countries, especially in Russia,…
Manuyil
Manuyil is a masculine name with Eastern European and Byzantine origins. It represents a cultural variant of Emmanuel, which comes from Hebrew and means "God is with us." This particular form shows…
Motya
Motya is an unusual masculine name with possible origins in several cultures. It may be related to the ancient Phoenician site of Motya in Sicily, giving it historical significance. Alternatively, it…
Matvei
Matvei is a masculine name of Russian origin, serving as the Russian form of Matthew, which derives from the Hebrew name Mattityahu, meaning 'gift of God.' This name has been used in Russia and other…
Motka
Motka is a masculine name with an exotic, distinctive quality. Its origins are somewhat obscure, potentially drawing from Eastern European, Native American, or other cultural traditions. The name has…
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.