Borislava
Borislava is a Christian girl name of Slavic origin, meaning “Glory in battle”.
| Meaning | Glory in battle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Slavic |
| Written as | Борислава |
| Pronunciation | boh-ree-SLAH-vah |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Bulgaria, Serbia, North Macedonia |
Meaning and origin of Borislava
Borislava is the feminine form of Borislav, from the Slavic bor, battle or struggle, and slava, glory or fame. Old compound names like this were once borne by warriors and nobles. It is most often found in Bulgaria and Serbia and is usually shortened to Slava or Bori.
Is Borislava a Christian name?
Borislava is a pre-Christian Slavic name rather than a saint's name, but it is used today mainly by Orthodox Christian families.
How popular is Borislava?
Used mainly in Bulgaria and the Balkans; uncommon elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Borislava mean?
Borislava means 'Glory in battle'. It is of Slavic origin.
Is Borislava a Christian name?
Borislava is a pre-Christian Slavic name rather than a saint's name, but it is used today mainly by Orthodox Christian families.
How do you pronounce Borislava?
Borislava is pronounced boh-ree-SLAH-vah.
Is Borislava a boy or girl name?
Borislava is usually a girl name.