Kazimierz

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Kazimierz is a Christian boy name of Polish (Slavic) origin, meaning “Proclaimer of peace”.

MeaningProclaimer of peace
GenderBoy
OriginPolish (Slavic)
Pronunciationkah-ZHEE-myesh
TraditionChristian
Used inPoland, Lithuania

Meaning and origin of Kazimierz

Kazimierz joins kazić, which can mean to destroy or to proclaim, with mir, peace or world. Because of this, it is explained either as 'destroyer of peace' or 'one who proclaims peace'. It was a royal name in Poland, borne by King Casimir III the Great, who founded the university in Kraków. A historic district of Kraków is named after him.

Is Kazimierz a Christian name?

St Casimir, a fifteenth-century Polish prince, is the patron saint of Poland and Lithuania, which made the name popular among Catholic families.

How popular is Kazimierz?

A traditional Polish name, now mostly found among older men.

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Spellings and variants of Kazimierz

CasimirKazimirKazimierasKazik

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kazimierz mean?

Kazimierz means 'Proclaimer of peace'. It is of Polish (Slavic) origin.

Is Kazimierz a Christian name?

St Casimir, a fifteenth-century Polish prince, is the patron saint of Poland and Lithuania, which made the name popular among Catholic families.

How do you pronounce Kazimierz?

Kazimierz is pronounced kah-ZHEE-myesh.

Is Kazimierz a boy or girl name?

Kazimierz is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.