Jaroslaw
Jaroslaw is a Christian boy name of Polish (Slavic) origin, meaning “Fierce glory; spring glory”.
| Meaning | Fierce glory; spring glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Polish (Slavic) |
| Written as | Jarosław |
| Pronunciation | yah-ROH-swahf |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland, Ukraine, Czech Republic |
Meaning and origin of Jaroslaw
Jarosław joins jary, which can mean fierce, vigorous or relating to spring, with sław, glory. The East Slavic form Yaroslav was borne by Yaroslav the Wise, Grand Prince of Kyiv in the eleventh century. In Poland it is shortened to Jarek. The ł is pronounced like a w.
Is Jaroslaw a Christian name?
Jarosław is a pre-Christian Slavic name used today by Catholic Polish families and, as Yaroslav, by Orthodox Christians.
How popular is Jaroslaw?
Common among Polish men, especially those born in the 1960s and 1970s.
Gifts with the name Jaroslaw
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jaroslaw mean?
Jaroslaw means 'Fierce glory; spring glory'. It is of Polish (Slavic) origin.
Is Jaroslaw a Christian name?
Jarosław is a pre-Christian Slavic name used today by Catholic Polish families and, as Yaroslav, by Orthodox Christians.
How do you pronounce Jaroslaw?
Jaroslaw is pronounced yah-ROH-swahf.
Is Jaroslaw a boy or girl name?
Jaroslaw is usually a boy name.