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Russian diminutive of Paul.
Finnish variation of Peter, English from Greek
"rock"
The Finnish form of Peter was most common in its culture of origin in the 1950s and '60s.
Pét'a is a masculine name that originated as a diminutive form of Peter (Pyotr) in Slavic languages, particularly Russian and Czech. The name features a distinctive apostrophe which indicates a soft…
Pet'ka is a masculine name of Russian origin, functioning as a diminutive or affectionate form of Pyotr (the Russian equivalent of Peter). The apostrophe in the name represents a soft pronunciation…
Stiana is an uncommon masculine name with Scandinavian origins. It likely developed as a masculine variant of the feminine name Stina, which itself is a Nordic diminutive form of Christina or…
Stepka is a masculine name of Slavic origin, primarily found in Eastern European cultures, especially Russian and Czech communities. It functions as a diminutive form of Stefan or Stepan (Slavic…
Dema is a masculine name with diverse cultural origins. In Arabic, it means "lasting" or "eternal," while in Russian and Ukrainian, it functions as a diminutive of Demyan or Demian (derived from…
Russian variation of Thomas, Aramaic
"twin"
One of many international variants of Thomas, Foma is a Russian form, used in its native country and in Moldova, though rarely anywhere else. It does however appear in several Russian classics,…
Stána is a masculine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in Czech and Slovak cultures. It typically serves as a diminutive form of Stanislav, a name combining elements meaning 'establish'…
Fomka is a masculine diminutive name with Russian origins, derived from Foma, the Russian form of Thomas. The name Thomas comes from the Aramaic word meaning 'twin.' The diminutive suffix '-ka' adds…
Russian
"king"
A traditional Russian diminutive of Vasiliy, never given as a full name there but occasionally found as such outside of Russia. The name Vasily/Vaska has also been popular in the country of Georgia.
Jebidia is a masculine name that appears to be a variation of the biblical name Jebediah, which itself is an anglicized form of the Hebrew name Yedidyah, meaning 'beloved of God' or 'friend of God.'…
Hungarian
"victory protection"
Hungarian diminutive of Sigmund
Danza is an uncommon masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Italian word for 'dance,' giving it artistic and expressive connotations. Alternatively, it could be a…
Mehta is primarily a masculine name of Indian origin, functioning both as a given name and a surname. As a surname, it's common among certain communities in India, particularly in Gujarat and…
Jebadia is a masculine name that appears to be a variant of Jebediah, which itself is an altered form of the biblical name Zebediah or Zebadiah, meaning 'gift of Jehovah' or 'God has bestowed.' This…
Spanish place name and surname
Lorca is a Spanish place name from the province of Navarre, but more famous as the last name of the eminent Spanish poet and playwright Federico Garcia Lorca, who was the direct inspiration for the…
Matta is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Aramaic, it's related to Matthew, meaning 'gift of God.' In Arabic contexts, it derives from 'mata' meaning 'to extend.' The name appears…
Jaca is an uncommon masculine name with several potential origins. It may derive from a place name, such as the town of Jaca in northern Spain, or could represent a variation of Jack or Jacob. In…
Spanish
"saw-toothed"
Sierra is a name borrowed from the western mountain range, with Latin rhythm and cowboy charm. It is now probably past its peak for girls, but remains a striking nature-inspired choice for boys, with…
