Slavic Names that Start With V

This diminutive of Valeria has a strong and striking sound to match its meaning. It has also been used in Brazil in recent decades.

Valeska

Vasilii is a masculine name of Slavic origin, representing an alternate transliteration of the Russian name Василий (more commonly spelled Vasily or Vasiliy in English). The name derives from the Greek Basileios meaning "royal" or "kingly," sharing roots with the word "basileus" (king). Highly popular in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries, Vasilii has been borne by numerous notable figures including composer Vasilii Kalinnikov and several Russian tsars. The name carries connotations of strength, leadership, and cultural heritage. While less common in Western countries, it remains an authentic choice for parents seeking to honor Slavic or Russian ancestry, offering a distinctive alternative to the more internationally recognized form Basil.

Vasilii

Vladimir is a cultured and deep-rooted Slavic name associated in this country with cultural figures including piano virtuoso Vladimir Horowitz and the author of Lolita, Vladimir Nabokov.

 The name Vladimir is rich in history, notably borne by Vladimir the Great, the 10th-11th century ruler of Kievan Rus' who brought Christianity to his nation and is now venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church. Among the name's other famous – or infamous – bearers are several Russian political figures past and present, including Bolshevik leader Vladimir Lenin and current Russian president Putin. 

 Volodymyr is the Ukrainian form of the name, recently made internationally famous by Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy following the Russian invasion of his country. Other variations of this name in other European countries include Valdemar and Waldemar. All derive from Slavic roots vladěti, meaning "to rule," plus meru "great" or miru, "peace" or "world." Common Slavic diminutive forms include Volodya, Vova, Vladan and Vlatko.

 Long a common name throughout the Slavic world, Vladimir is featured in novels by Turgenev and Pushkin. Vladimir also has vampirish connections: Dracula is based on Vlad III, three-time ruler of Wallachia in the 15th century, otherwise known as Vlad the Impaler. A more modern literary character is Vladimir, one of the two main figures in Samuel Beckett's play Waiting for Godot.

Vladimir

In Eastern Europe, more fashionable these days than Vladimir.

Slavic Names that Start With V

The names

Valeska

Vasilii

Vladimir

Vladislav