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Diminutive of Vladimir, Slavic
"great ruler, peaceful ruler, ruler of the world"
The most famous Vlad was nicknamed "the Impaler." Enough said.
Russian, from Hebrew
"gift of God"
A lively Russian form of Matthew with a unique and attractive ending sound.
Slavic
"gracious, dear, beloved"
Milos, typically spelled Miloš, derives from various names including the Slavic element, milŭ , such as Miloslav, Bogomil, or Milrad. Popular in the Czech Republic, the name is also used in Serbia,…
Dmitry is a masculine name of Russian origin, serving as the Slavic form of Demetrius, which derives from Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility. The name literally means 'follower…
Russian and Bulgarian variation of Nicholas
"people of victory"
An alternate transcription of Nikolai.
Russian, Slovene and Polish variation of Felix, Latin
"happy, fortunate"
An Eastern European variation of the cheerful Felix, Feliks is a popular choice in Poland, and ranked in the Top 100 in a recent year. Associated with good fortune and good luck, this form would be…
Russian variation of Zechariah, Hebrew
"the lord has remembered"
Zakhar would make a fresh way to honor a Zachary, particularly if you have Russian heritage.
Russian
"defender"
Alternative transliteration of Alexei
Old Norse via Russian
"warrior"
Musical association with Igor Stravinsky, but also Dr. Frankenstein's right-hand man.
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…
Alexey is a masculine name of Russian origin, serving as the Russian form of Alexis or Alex. Derived from the Greek 'Alexios,' it carries the powerful meaning 'defender' or 'protector.' Popular…
Germanic, Slavic
"yew wood, archer; God is gracious"
Succinct, stylish, and catchy, Ivo has the energetic impact of other names ending in -o . It is a multicultural choice with two distinct origins, and, as such, is familiar across a variety of…
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.
Russian, diminutive of Pavel
"small, humble"
Similar in sound to Sasha, Pasha is a Russian diminutive of the name Pavel, itself a form of Paul. Also used as a title for a high ranking officer in the (now historical) Ottoman military, and as the…
Greek
"royal, kingly"
Alternative form of Basil that might suit the adventurous.
Greek; Russian; Belarusian
"God is my judge"
The Greek, Russian and Belarusian form of Daniel.
Sergey is a masculine name of Slavic origin, particularly common in Russian, Ukrainian, and Belarusian cultures. It derives from the Latin name Sergius, which possibly meant 'servant' or originated…
"peace, world"
Mirko is a diminutive version of Miroslav but is now given as a full name.
"holy"
This common Russian name has a somewhat effete pencil-thin-moustached image here.
"fierce and glorious"
The Russian form of an ancient Slavic name, which belonged to several Grand Princes of Kyiv and Novgorod, including Yaroslav I "the Wise". A city and region called Yaroslavl in Western Russia are…
