Mieczyslaw
Mieczyslaw is a Christian boy name of Polish (Slavic) origin, meaning “Usually explained as 'sword glory'”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as 'sword glory' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Polish (Slavic) |
| Written as | Mieczysław |
| Pronunciation | myeh-CHIH-swahf |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Poland |
Meaning and origin of Mieczyslaw
Mieczysław is a Polish name that was later linked to Mieszko I, the first historical ruler of Poland. It is usually explained as miecz, sword, and sław, glory, but the true origin is debated, and some scholars suggest a root meaning to throw. The ł is pronounced like a w. The name is often shortened to Mietek.
Is Mieczyslaw a Christian name?
Mieczysław is a Slavic name rather than a saint's name, but it is linked to Mieszko I, whose baptism in 966 marks the beginning of Christian Poland.
How popular is Mieczyslaw?
Old-fashioned in Poland today and mostly found among older men.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mieczyslaw mean?
Mieczyslaw means 'Usually explained as 'sword glory''. It is of Polish (Slavic) origin.
Is Mieczyslaw a Christian name?
Mieczysław is a Slavic name rather than a saint's name, but it is linked to Mieszko I, whose baptism in 966 marks the beginning of Christian Poland.
How do you pronounce Mieczyslaw?
Mieczyslaw is pronounced myeh-CHIH-swahf.
Is Mieczyslaw a boy or girl name?
Mieczyslaw is usually a boy name.