Bronislaw
Bronislaw is a Christian boy name of Polish (Slavic) origin, meaning “Defender of glory”.
| Meaning | Defender of glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Polish (Slavic) |
| Written as | Bronisław |
| Pronunciation | broh-NEE-swahf |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia |
Meaning and origin of Bronislaw
Bronisław combines broni, to protect or defend, with slaw, glory, so it means 'one who defends glory'. In Polish the ł is pronounced like an English w. Famous bearers include the anthropologist Bronisław Malinowski and Bronisław Komorowski, President of Poland from 2010 to 2015. Bronisława is the feminine form.
Is Bronislaw a Christian name?
Bronisław is an old Slavic name, not originally Christian, but it is carried by Catholic figures such as Blessed Bronisław Markiewicz and is used today in Catholic Polish families.
How popular is Bronislaw?
A traditional Polish name now mostly found among older men.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bronislaw mean?
Bronislaw means 'Defender of glory'. It is of Polish (Slavic) origin.
Is Bronislaw a Christian name?
Bronisław is an old Slavic name, not originally Christian, but it is carried by Catholic figures such as Blessed Bronisław Markiewicz and is used today in Catholic Polish families.
How do you pronounce Bronislaw?
Bronislaw is pronounced broh-NEE-swahf.
Is Bronislaw a boy or girl name?
Bronislaw is usually a boy name.