The most popular Slavic names for girls. Japanese female names

One of the most pressing issues for parents while waiting for their baby to be born is choosing a name. For girls, parents strive to choose beautiful feminine names. Recently, trends have moved towards simple, well-known and familiar names, like Tatiana, Anna, Ekaterina, Natalia, etc., as well as towards unusual, extraordinary names. This article is dedicated to those who are looking for an original, unusual name for their future daughter.

First of all, remember a few simple rules necessary for successfully choosing a name for a girl. Firstly, the first name must be combined with the middle name and last name. To achieve this, it is enough to ensure that several consonant sounds present in the patronymic and surname are also in the given name. Secondly, think in advance about how you will shorten your baby's name, as you will affectionately call her. Quite often, some rare names cannot be adequately abbreviated, and this is already a reason to think about choosing a different name. Well, the last, but still very important advice. Remember that when your girl grows up and joins a team, her unusual name may become a reason for ridicule, teasing, unpleasant nicknames and name changes. This problem can arise throughout the child’s entire stay at school. Therefore, when choosing a name for a girl, be very careful. After all, the main thing in a name is not originality, but practicality.

Due to the fact that long and unusual names are fashionable today, I suggest you turn to such a source as the names of our ancestors. Among the Old Church Slavonic names there are very interesting and beautiful maiden names. You may be able to find something that suits your baby from the list provided.

Slavic name book for girls:

Bazhena- a desired child.
Beloslava(abbr. Belyan) - from the phrase white glory, i.e. a person renowned for good deeds.
Berislava– vain.
Blagoslava- glorifying kindness.
Bogdana- a child given by God.
Bozhidara- the same as Bogdana.
Bozena- blessed.
Boleslav– illustrious.
Borislava– famous for fighting.
Bronislava– gloriously defensive.
Velimira- from the phrase big world.
Velislava- most glorious.
Wenceslas– dedicating/dedicated to glory.
Faith- faith, true.
Veselina- cheerful, cheerful.
Vidana– prominent.
Vladislav(abbr. Vlada) – the one who owns fame.
Vojislava- a glorious warrior.
Vsemila- dear to everyone.
Vsemysla– thinking about everything.
Vseslav- famous.
Golub- meek.
Gorislava- burning in glory, fiery.
Gradislava- guarding glory
Granislava- improving fame.
Darina, Dara – gifted.
Dobrogneva- scary, powerful in anger.
Dobromila- sweet and kind.
Dobromira- peaceful and kind.
Dobroslava- the one that glorifies kindness.
Dragana- dear, beloved.
Dragomira- the one that is more expensive than the whole world.
Zhdana– long awaited.
Fun- cheerful.
Zvenislava- announcing glory.
Zdebora- victorious.
Winter- cold and harsh.
Goldenflower(abbr. Zlata) – golden-colored.
Krasimira– beautiful and peaceful.
Lada- in honor of the goddess Lada.
Lyubava- darling.
Love- Love.
Lyubomila- sweet and beloved.
Lyubomir- the one who loves the world.
Malusha, Mlada – younger or small.
Milan- Darling.
Miloslava- renowned for her mercy.
Mirina- peaceful.
Miroslava- Known for her peaceful disposition.
Mstislava- avenging glory.
Nezhdana– unexpected.
Nezhana– tender.
Predslava– appearing before glory, anticipating glory.
Flames– fiery.
Radimir- caring about the world.
Radosvet- illuminating with joy.
Rostislav- the one whose fame grows.
Ruzhana- rose.
Blush- rosy.
Svetislava– glorifying the light.
Svetozara- illuminating with light.
Svyatoslav- covered with sacred glory.
Siyana– shining.
Smilyan- by the name of the flower.
Snezhana- white-haired, cold.
Stanimira- the one who establishes peace.
Stanislava- the one who establishes glory.
Tikhomira– quiet and peaceful.
Tsvetana- like a flower.
Caslava(Cheslava) – thirsty for glory.
Chernava- dark-skinned, dark-haired.
Yaroslav- possessing strong fame.
Jasna– clear.

A name determines a person's destiny. This is the key to his inner self. After all, it is not without reason that in Rus' a person had two names, one - false, for everyone, and the other - secret, only for the person himself and his very close people. This tradition existed as protection from unkind spirits and unkind people. Often the first Slavic name was deliberately unattractive (Kriv, Nekras, Zloba), for even greater protection from evil ones. After all, without the key to the essence of a person, it is much more difficult to cause evil. The rite of the second naming was performed in adolescence, when the main character traits were formed. The name was given based on these traits. Slavic names were replete with their diversity; there were groups of names:
1) Names from the animal and plant world (Pike, Ruff, Hare, Wolf, Eagle, Nut, Borscht)
2) Names by birth order (Pervusha, Vtorak, Tretyak)
3) Names of gods and goddesses (Lada, Yarilo)
4) Names based on human qualities (Brave, Stoyan)
5) And the main group of names is two-basic (Svyatoslav, Dobrozhir, Tihomir, Ratibor, Yaropolk, Gostomysl, Velimudr, Vsevolod, Bogdan, Dobrogneva, Lyubomila, Mirolyub, Svetozar) and their derivatives (Svyatosha, Dobrynya, Tishilo, Ratisha, Putyata, Yarilka , Miloneg).
From the listed names, it is easy to trace the process of creating a derivative name: the second part is cut off from the two-base one and a suffix or ending is added (-neg, -lo, -ta, -tka, -sha, -yata, -nya, -ka).
Example: Svyatoslav: Svyato + sha = Svyatosha.
Of course, the names of people carry a significant part of the culture and traditions of the entire people. In Russia, with the advent of Christianity, Slavic names almost completely fell into oblivion. There were lists of Slavic names prohibited by the church. Why this happened is not difficult to guess. One part of the names (Lada, Yarilo) were the names of Slavic gods, the owners of the second part were people who, even after the Christianization of Rus', tried to restore the cult and traditions (magi, heroes). Today in Russia only 5% of children are given Slavic names, which certainly impoverishes the already meager Slavic culture.
The purpose of this section is not only to introduce the concept of truly Russian names to the people. An example is the following not uncommon situation: The girl was named Gorislava. Neighbors, surprised by the unusual name, say: “They couldn’t call her Ira or Katya in Russian” - without comment. The main goal of this section is to create a global list of Slavic names (by the way, the largest in Runet today) with an attempt to determine the meanings of names and comparisons with historical and legendary figures.

LIST OF SLAVIC NAMES

Bazhen is a desired child, desired.
The names also have meaning: Bazhai, Bazhan. From these names arose the surnames: Bazhanov, Bazhenov, Bazhutin.
Bazhena is the female form of the name Bazhen.
Beloslav - From BEL - white, turn white and SLAV - to glorify.
Abbreviated names: Belyay, Belyan. From these names arose the surnames: Belov, Belyshev, Belyaev.
Beloslava is a female form named after Beloslav.
Short name: Beliana
Berimir - caring for the world.
Berislav - one who takes glory, who cares about glory.
Berislava is the female form of the name Berislav.
Blagoslav - glorifying kindness.
Blagoslava is the female form of the name Blagoslav.
Abbreviated names: Blaga, Blagana, Blagina.
Fornication - dissolute, unlucky.
One of the "negative" names. From this name arose the surname: Bludov. Historical figure: Blud - governor of Yaropolk Svyatoslavich.
Bogdan is a child given by God.
The name also has meaning: Bozhko. From these names arose the surnames: Bogdanin, Bogdanov, Bogdashkin, Bozhkov.
Bogdana is the feminine form of the name Bogdan.
Short name: Bozena.
Bogolyub - one who loves God.
From this name arose the surname: Bogolyubov.
Bogomil - dear to God.
The name also has meaning: Bohumil.
Bozhidar - gifted by God.
Bozhidara is the female form of the name Bozhidar.
Boleslav - illustrious.
Historical figure: Boleslaw I - Polish king.
Boleslava is the female form of the name Boleslav.
Borimir is a peace fighter, a peacemaker.
Borislav is a fighter for glory.
Abbreviated names: Boris, Borya. From these names arose the surnames: Borin, Boriskin, Borisov, Borisikhin, Borichev, Borischev. Historical figure: Boris Vseslavich of Polotsk - Prince of Polotsk, ancestor of the Drutsk princes.
Borislava is the female form of the name Borislav.
Borsch is one of the personified names of the plant world.
In literal translation: Borscht is plant tops. The surname Borshchev came from this name.
Boyan is a storyteller.
The name was formed from the verb: bayat - to speak, tell, sing. The names also have meaning: Baian, Bayan. From these names came the surname: Bayanov. Legendary personality: songwriter - Boyan.
Boyana is the feminine form of the name Boyan.
Bratislav - From BROTHER - to fight and SLAV - to glorify.
Bratislava is the female form of the name Bratislava.
Bronislav is a defender of glory, protecting glory.
The name also has meaning: Branislav. Short name: Armor.
Bronislava is the female form of the name Bronislav.
Bryachislav - from BRYACHA - to rattle and SLAV - to glorify
Historical figure: Bryachislav Izyaslavich - Prince of Polotsk.
Budimir is a peacemaker.
From this name came the surnames: Budilov, Budishchev.
Velimir is a big world.
Velimira is the female form of the name Velimir.
Velimudr - knowledgeable.
Velislav - great glory, most glorious.
Velislava is the female form of the name Velislav.
Abbreviated names: Vela, Velika, Wieliczka.
Wenceslaus - dedicator to glory, crowned with glory.
Wenceslaus is the female form of the name Wenceslaus.
Faith is faith, true.
Veselin - cheerful, cheerful.
Veselin is the female form of the name Veselin.
The name also has a meaning: Vesela.
Vladimir is the ruler of the world.
The name also has meaning: Volodymer. From this name came the surnames: Vladimirov, Vladimirsky, Volodimerov, Volodin, Volodichev. Historical figure: Vladimir I Svyatoslavich the Red Sun - Prince of Novgorod, Grand Duke of Kiev.
Vladimir is the female form of the name Vladimir.
Vladislav is the owner of glory.
The name also has meaning: Volodislav. Short name: Vlad. Historical figure: Volodislav is the son of Igor Rurikovich.
Vladislava is the female form of the name Vladislav.
Short name: Vlada.
Vojislav is a glorious warrior.
Abbreviated names: Voilo, Warrior. From these names came the surnames: Voeikov, Voinikov, Voinov. Historical figure: Voin Vasilievich - from the family of Yaroslavl princes.
Voislava is the female form of the name Voislav.
Wolf is one of the personified names of the animal world.
From this name came the surname: Volkov.
Raven is one of the personified names of the animal world.
From this name came the surnames: Voronikhin, Voronov.
Vorotislav - returning glory.
Vsevolod is the ruler of the people, who owns everything.
From this name came the surnames: Vsevolodov, Vsevolozhsky. Historical figure: Vsevolod I Yaroslavich - Prince of Pereyaslavl, Chernigov, Grand Duke of Kiev.
Vsemil - beloved by everyone.
Vsemil is the feminine form of the name Vsemil.
Vseslav - all-glorifying, famous.
The name also has meaning: Seslav. From this name came the surname: Seslavin.
Historical figure: Vseslav Bryachislavich of Polotsk - Prince of Polotsk, Grand Duke of Kiev.
Vseslav is the female form of the name Vseslav.
Vtorak is the second son in the family.
The names also have meaning: Second, Second. From these names came the surnames: Vtorov, Vtorushin.
Vyacheslav is the most famous, the most glorious.
The name also has meaning: Vatslav, Vysheslav. From these names came the surnames: Vysheslavtsev, Vyacheslavlev, Vyacheslavov. Historical figure: Vyacheslav Vladimirovich - Prince of Smolensk, Turov, Pereyaslavl, Vyshgorod, Grand Duke of Kiev.
Vyachko is a legendary personality: Vyachko is the progenitor of the Vyatichi.
Godoslav - The name also has a meaning: Godlav. Historical figure: Godoslav is the prince of the Bodriči-Rarrogs.
Goluba is meek.
From this name came the surnames: Golubin, Golubushkin
Gorazd - skillful, capable.
The surname Gorazdov came from this name.
Gorislav is fiery, burning in glory.
Gorislava is the female form of the name Gorislav.
Gorynya - like a mountain, huge, indestructible.
Legendary personality: hero - Gorynya.
Gostemil - dear to another (guest).
From this name came the surname: Gostemilov.
Gostomysl - thinking about another (guest).
Historical figure: Gostomysl - Prince of Novgorod.
Gradimir - guardian of peace.
Gradislav - guardian of glory.
Gradislava is the female form of the name Gradislav.
Granislav - improver of glory.
Granislava is the female form of the name Granislav.
Gremislav - famous.
Gudislav is a renowned musician, trumpeting glory.
Short name: Gudim. From these names came the surname: Gudimov.
Daren - gifted.
Darena is the feminine form of the name Daren.
The names also have meaning: Darina, Dara.
Nine is the ninth son in the family.
From this name came the surnames: Devyatkin, Devyatkov, Devyatov.
Dobrogneva
Dobrolyub - kind and loving.
From this name came the surname: Dobrolyubov.
Dobromil is kind and sweet.
Dobromila is the feminine form of the name Dobromil.
Dobromir is kind and peaceful.
Abbreviated names: Dobrynya, Dobrysha. From these names came the surnames: Dobrynin, Dobryshin. Legendary personality: hero - Dobrynya.
Dobromira is the female form of the name Dobromir.
Dobromysl is kind and reasonable.
From this name came the surname: Dobromyslov.
Dobroslav - glorifying kindness.
Dobroslava is the female form of the name Dobroslav.
Dobrozhir
Domazhir -
Domaslav - glorifying relatives.
Short name: Domash - our own, dear. From this name came the surname: Domashov.
Dragomir is more valuable than the world.
Dragomir is the female form of the name Dragomir.
Dubynya - like an oak, indestructible.
Legendary personality: hero - Dubynya.
The squad is a comrade.
The common noun has the same meaning: Friend. From these names came the surnames: Druzhinin, Drugov, Drunin.
Ruff -
one of the personified names of the animal world.
From this name came the surname: Ershov.
Lark is one of the personified names of the animal world.
From this name came the surname: Zhavoronkov.
Zhdan is a long-awaited child.
From this name came the surname: Zhdanov.
Zhdana is the female form of the name Zhdan.
Zhiznomir - living in the world.
Zhirovit
Zhiroslav
Hare is one of the personified names of the animal world.
From this name came the surname: Zaitsev.
Zvenislava - announcer of glory.
Winter is harsh, merciless.
From this name came the surname: Zimin. Legendary personality: Ataman Winter from Razin’s army.
Zlatomir is a golden world.
Zlatotsveta - golden-flowered.
Short name: Zlata.
Anger is one of the "negative" names.
From this name came the surnames: Zlobin, Zlovidov, Zlydnev.
Izbygnev
Izyaslav - the one who took glory.
Historical figure: Izyaslav Vladimirovich - Prince of Polotsk, ancestor of the Polotsk princes.
Sincere - sincere.
The name also has meaning: Iskra.
Iskra is the feminine form of the name Iskren.
Istislav - glorifying the truth.
Exhaustion - languid (possibly associated with difficult childbirth).
From this name came the surnames: Istomin, Istomov.
Casimir - showing the world.
Kazimir - the female form of the name Kazimir.
Koschey is thin and bony.
From this name came the surnames: Koshcheev, Kashchenko.
Krasimir - beautiful and peaceful
Krasimira is the female form of the name Krasimir.
Short name: Krasa.
Kriv is one of the "negative" names.
From this name came the surname: Krivov.
Lada - beloved, dear.
The name of the Slavic Goddess of love, beauty and marriage.
Ladimir - one who gets along with the world.
Ladislav - praising Lada (love).
Swan is a personified name for the animal world.
The name also has meaning: Lybid. From this name came the surname Lebedev. Legendary personality: Lybid is the sister of the founders of the city of Kyiv.
Ludislav
Luchezar - a luminous ray.
We love - beloved.
From this name came the surname: Lyubimov.
Love is beloved.
The name also has meaning: Lyubava. From these names came the surnames: Lyubavin, Lyubimtsev, Lyubavin, Lyubin, Lyubushin, Lyubimin.
Lyubomila - beloved, dear.
Lubomir - loving world.
Lyubomir is the feminine form of the name Lyubomir.
Inquisitive - someone who loves to think.
Luboslav - lover of glory.
Lyudmil is nice to people.
Lyudmila is the female form of the name Lyudmil.
Historical figure: Lyudmila - Czech princess.
Mal - small, junior.
The name also has a meaning: Small, Mladen. From these names came the surnames: Maleev, Malenkov, Maltsov, Malyshev. Historical figure: Mal - the Drevlyan prince.
Malusha is the female form of the name Mal.
The name also has meaning: Mlada. From these names came the surname: Malushin. Historical figure: Malusha is the wife of Syatoslav Igorevich, the mother of Vladimir Svyatoslavich.
Mieczysław - glorifying sword.
Milan is cute.
The name also has meaning: Milen. From these names came the surnames: Milanov, Milenov.
Milana is the female form of the name Milan.
The names also have meaning: Milava, Milada, Milena, Militsa, Umila. From these names came the surname: Milavin. Historical figure: Umila - daughter of Gostomysl.
Milovan - affectionate, caring.
Milorad is sweet and joyful.
From this name came the surname: Miloradovich.
Miloslav - sweetly glorifying.
Short name: Miloneg.
Miloslava is the female form of the name Miloslav.
Peaceful - peace-loving.
From this name came the surname: Mirolyubov.
Miroslav - glorifying the world.
Miroslava is the female form of the name Miroslav.
Molchan - taciturn, silent.
From this name came the surname: Molchanov.
Mstislav - glorifying revenge.
Historical figure: Mstislav Vladimirovich - Prince of Tmutorakan, Grand Duke of Kiev.
Mstislava is the female form of the name Mstislav.
Hope is hope.
The name also has meaning: Nadezhda.
Nevzor is one of the “negative” names.
The surname Nevzorov comes from this name.
Nekras is one of the “negative” names.
From this name came the surname: Nekrasov.
Nekrasa is the female form of the name Nekras.
Eagle is one of the personified names of the animal world.
From this name came the surname: Orlov.
Osmoy is the eighth child in the family.
The name also has meaning: Osmusha. From these names came the surnames: Osmanov, Osmerkin, Osmov.
Ostromir
Peredslava - The name Predslava also has meaning. Historical figure: Predslava - wife of Svyatoslav Igorevich, mother of Yaropolk Svyatoslavich.
Overexposure - very light.
Historical figure: Peresvet - warrior of the Battle of Kulikovo.
Putimir - reasonable and peaceful
Putislav - praising intelligently.
The name also has meaning: Putyata. From these names came the surnames: Putilov, Putilin, Putin, Putyatin. Historical figure: Putyata - Kyiv governor.
Radiohost - caring about another (guest).
Radimir is someone who cares about the world.
The name also has meaning: Radomir. Short name: Radim. From these names came the surnames: Radilov, Radimov, Radishchev. Legendary personality: Radim - the progenitor of the Radimichi.
Radimir is the female form of the name Radimir.
The name also has meaning: Radomira.
Radislav - one who cares about fame.
The name also has meaning: Radoslav.
Radislava is the female form of the name Radislav.
Radmila is caring and sweet.
Radosveta - sanctifying joy.
Joy - joy, happiness.
The name also has meaning: Rada.
Reasonable - reasonable, reasonable.
From this name came the surname: Razin. Historical figure: Razumnik - student of Cyril and Methodius.
Ratibor is a defender.
Ratmir is the defender of peace.
Rodislav - glorifying family.
Rostislav - growing fame
Historical figure: Rostislav Vladimirovich - Prince of Rostov, Vladimir-Volynsky; Tmutarakansky; The ancestor of the princes of Galicia and Volyn.
Rostislava is the female form of the name Rostislav.
Sbyslava
Svetislav - glorifying light.
The name also has meaning: Svetoslav.
Svetislava is the female form of the name Svetislav.
Svetlana is bright, pure in soul.
Svetlana is the female form of the name Svetlana.
Svetovid - seeing the light, perspicacious.
The name also has meaning: Sventovid. The name of the Western Slavic God.
Svetozar - illuminating with light.
Svetozar is the female form of the name Svetozar.
The name also has meaning: Svetlozara.
Svyatogor - indestructible holiness.
Legendary personality: Svyatogor is an epic hero.
Svyatopolk is the leader of the sacred army.
Historical figure: Svyatopolk I Yaropolkovich - Grand Duke of Kiev.
Svyatoslav - sacred glory.
Short name: Saint. Historical figure: Svyatoslav I Igorevich - Prince of Novgorod and Grand Duke of Kiev.
Svyatoslav is the female form of the name Svyatoslav.
Slawomir is a peace-glorifying one.
Nightingale is a personified name for the animal world.
From this name came the surnames: Solovey, Soloviev. Legendary personality: Nightingale Budimirovich - a hero from epics.
Catfish is the personified name of the animal world.
Snezhana is white-haired and cold.
Stanimir - establisher of peace.
Stanimira is the female form of the name Stanimir.
Stanislav - establisher of glory.
From this name came the surname: Stanishchev. Historical figure: Stanislav Vladimirovich - Prince of Smolensk.
Stanislava is the female form of the name Stanislav.
Stoyan - strong, unbending.
Sudimir
Sudislav
Tverdimir - from TVERD - solid and MIR - peaceful, peace.
Tverdislav - from TVERD - solid and SLAV - to glorify.
From this name came the surnames: Tverdilov, Tverdislavov, Tverdislavlev.
Tvorimir - the creator of the world.
Tihomir is quiet and peaceful.
From this name came the surname: Tikhomirov.
Tikhomira is the female form of the name Tihomir.
Tur is the personified name of the animal world.
Legendary personality: Tur - founder of the city of Turov.
Brave - brave.
Caslav - aspiring to glory.
Chaslava is the female form of the name Chaslav.
The name also has meaning: Cheslava.
Chernava - dark-haired, dark-skinned
The name also has meaning: Chernavka. From these names came the surnames: Chernavin, Chernavkin.
Pike is the personified name of the animal world.
Yarilo is the sun.
Yarilo - God of fruits in the form of the sun. From this name came the surname: Yarilin.
Jaromir is a sunny world.
Yaropolk - leader of the solar army.
Historical figure: Yaropolk I Svyatoslavich - Grand Duke of Kiev.
Yaroslav - glorifying Yarila.
From this name came the surname: Yaroslavov. Historical figure: Yaroslav I Vladimirovich - Prince of Rostov, Prince of Novgorod, Grand Duke of Kiev.
Yaroslava is the female form of the name Yaroslav.


Origins are the most popular among young parents today. This is no coincidence. The Slavs did not give children random names, but gave them to their children.

Times have passed, but the power inherent in words has not gone away. If you are expecting a baby, then when choosing her name, pay attention to Russian (Slavic) female names.

A girl in the family - happiness in the house

The birth of a child is a great happiness, and especially if God, fate or nature (depending on your faith) gives you a girl. After all, “girl” is a diminutive word for “Virgin,” that is, the holy ancestor of the human race.

How to name the baby so that the name will bring her happiness and good luck? Today, female names of Slavic origin are in fashion, and this is no coincidence. Slavs are a people whose name comes from the word “glorify”. These people had natural and natural wisdom. The names they gave to children were not a simple set of sounds. Each name carried a semantic load and had almost magical powers.

If you don't know, study beautiful Slavic girl names. Melodious combinations of letters will decorate your baby like an elegant necklace.

Slavic female names

The list of names, if presented in this way, would be quite extensive. The fact is that in Rus', when babies were born, they could be given completely unique, one-of-a-kind names. These combinations of letters were selected by witches who, barely looking at the child, could see his fate. The name the child was given strengthened his will, spirit, and health. Some names were so beautiful or so successful that they were repeated many times. For example, words with the component “glory” were very often used.

In this article we will list those names that have survived to our times and explain their meaning.

Slavic today

Female names of Slavic origin have mostly been lost over the centuries. The most popular of them have reached us.

Vladislava - owner of glory. Vladislava may not be in good health and may get sick a lot. But at the same time, the girl will have a very strong spirit, a core. She can show humility, especially to her beloved man, but still remain unconvinced.

Polina is captivating. Polina has no equal in her excellent sense of humor and ability to see the positive even in very unpleasant situations.

Miloslava is sweet and nice. Calm, even a little meek, Miloslava has influence on those around her. With it, everything stabilizes, people feel harmony and calm.

Yaroslava - bright, sunny, glorious. Yaroslava girls are lively, active, restless. In childhood they will encourage other children to do all sorts of adventures; in adulthood they can lead people along with them. Yaroslava loves children, and therefore will become a caring and wise mother.

"Nice" names

Boleslava - this name means “more glorious than anyone else.” The girl who will be given this name will be quite superstitious and revere religion. Boleslava will be sensitive, with her own worldview on everything.

Preslava is very nice. The girl, if you call her by that name, will be calm and stable in her affairs and moods. The name is bright, and therefore will ensure its owner a kind and calm disposition.

Berislava is the one who asserts herself in her glory. According to the meaning of the name, Berislava will be an active, strong personality. She is not afraid of difficult situations, novelty or risk. A girl, if you give her such a name, will carry through her entire life the fire of passion in her soul, courage and desire to learn. The name is very strong and has a great influence on the owner.

Branislava is the one who protects glory. Despite the fact that the owner of the name has fame, which she seems to need to preserve, Branislava will have an unstable, restless character. At the same time, the girl will not participate in quarrels, showdowns, or disputes.

Velislava - commanding. A strong name that will make its owner calm, balanced, and sane. Throughout her life, Velislava will feel like a queen sitting on a throne.

Gorislava is bright. The girl, if you give her such a name, will be interested in mathematics, physics or other exact sciences. He can become a serious scientist and receive “bright” fame during his lifetime.

Zvenislava - loud, ringing glory. The girl Zvenislava will become a real businesswoman, as she will skillfully negotiate. In general, Zvenislava’s strengths are communication skills, the ability to build relationships, and establish connections.

Names that have become popular among men

Mstislava - defending, rewarding. If you call a girl Mstislava, then she will always see her path, know where she is striving and why. A strong name that will charge you with energy.

Rostislava is the one who increases glory. She may be capricious and flirtatious, but she will be successful and lucky. A good name that will make its bearer happy and successful.

Svyatoslava is the one who has holy and good power. A girl with this name will have the opportunity to earn a lot and easily, and it will also be easy to manage the funds received. Svyatoslava will be a good friend, but married life may not work out due to the fact that not every man will tolerate a strong character.

It should be noted that you should choose with caution. Women's options with the “glory” part are not so common in our country. More often you can meet Yaroslav, Mstislav and Rostislav - guys than girls with similar names.

"Peaceful" names

Many female names of Slavic origin also have the word “peace” at their base. These names will make the girl peaceful and bright. Here are the most popular:

Vladimir is the one who rules the world. Vladimir will be a girl with delicate taste and a love of creativity. May become an artist, writer or composer.

Dragomira is the most precious in the world. Dragomira will be distinguished by good health and great willpower.

Myrrh is the one that smells fragrant. As you know, myrrh is an incense that has magical properties. The Mirra girl will be persistent, demanding and decisive. At the same time, she will be easy about money and other valuables.

Mira is very peaceful, peaceful. Despite the meaning of the name, the Mira girl will be brave, courageous and courageous. Can occupy leadership positions, as he will become a good manager.

Stanimira is the one who establishes peace. Stanimira will not be afraid to be a “black sheep,” because the most important thing for her is the opportunity to prove the truth and be fair.

It is necessary to remind once again that not all Slavic female names have “survived” to this day. The list, if they could be “restored,” would be very impressive. Meanwhile, these names also remained common in the male version of the sound - the name Vladimir remains the most popular.

Unusual names

And what rare Slavic female names can be adopted? Pay attention to these:

Bela (not Bela) - from the word “white”. The Bela girl will have a penchant for housekeeping and can become an excellent cook and head of the housekeeping department.

Bazhena - desired, beloved. A good name that will give the girl a meek and bright disposition.

Rogneda is the one who is equal with everyone (in particular, we were talking about men). A girl with this name will set global goals for herself, not wanting small victories.

Mlada - young or young. Fantasizing and dreaming, Mlada will be an excellent storyteller, and therefore can safely connect her life with teaching or writing.

Milada is sweet and kind. Openness and responsiveness will allow Milada to be a good friend and a person whom others will trust.

And here are some more options: Zlata, Snezhana, Svetozara, Dobrava, Lyubava, Slavyana, Golub, Rada, Militsa, Milana, Cheslava.

And finally

How many customs, rituals, traditions do you know? Women's names, which were common in Ancient Rus', belong to such good traditions. Although many were forgotten due to their very unusual sound, some remained because they sound melodic and pleasant for modern people. Choose a name for your baby from the rich historical “arsenal” of our ancestors - beautiful Slavic female names are coming back into fashion again.

In ancient times, when the parents of their daughter wanted to give her a name, they always looked first at the manifestations of her character traits, abilities, and craving for something specific. Slavic names for girls must necessarily reflect not only the purpose of the future mother and wife, but also some of their personal traits. If today more people choose names of foreign origin or from the Orthodox naming book, then earlier the Slavs relied on rituals and even religious traditions. Beautiful Slavic names for girls were given according to personality. In the naming ceremony, the key role was played by the sorcerer conducting the ceremony. Subsequently, traditions changed, Slavic Russian names for girls began to be assigned at birth. Perhaps now is the time when we can use rare Slavic names for girls?

According to cultural experts, the Slavs had never previously given names to their children from infancy. In addition, it was their habit to always name children or an adult person by several names. Until now, we have a folk custom of giving nicknames to a person who already has a first name, patronymic and family surname.

Beautiful Slavic names for girls were assigned in adolescence. The purpose for each girl played a special role. It could be both personal and tribal, having family or community significance.

The first feature includes the child’s personal qualities that will remain with him for life. And to the second - the social role of the future mother, wife, continuer of the family. There is also a third meaning - this is the identification of the girl with one or another Goddess of the Slavic pantheon of gods. Then the girl could unwittingly attract divine power to herself by just her name.

Features of Slavic names for girls

A native Slavic name for a girl is considered a rare occurrence today. People are already accustomed to naming girls with names of Greek, German, Roman and even English origin. It is also popular today to name children from the church Orthodox naming book. But most of them include Jewish names, mixed with Greek variants.

Women's names among the Slavs could be complex or simple, depending on the family structure, traditions and personal characteristics, time of birth, and circumstances. In Russian fairy tales today you can find names consisting of an additional nickname: Elena the Wise, Marya the Artisan, Tiny Khavroshechka, Varvara Krasa - Long Braid, Ognevushka-Jumping and others. In addition to fairy tales, in the life of the Slavs there were names: Zarina Svetlaya, Dobronrava Solnechnaya, Yasun Krasa, Dobryan Marten, Vedana Groza and others.

In addition to double names, which spoke about the special qualities of the child, or the special time and hour when he was born, the children of the Slavs were also called secret names. Only the priest conducting the ceremony, the Native Gods who blessed the child, and the girl herself knew about this name. This name should not be told to anyone, because there is a belief that with its help evil forces can completely take possession of a person bearing a secret name. The function of such a name is to protect against various failures, attacks of evil spirits, the evil eye and other negativity.

If they wanted to mark a girl with the power of any Goddess, then she was given a name either with the root of the name of the Goddess, or by calling the child with the whole divine name. Such a relationship with the Native Gods allowed the future girl to get successfully married, the future mother to conceive, give birth and raise good children, the future wife to be a faithful friend, comrade-in-arms and caretaker of her husband.

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The following names are associated with the pantheon of Slavic goddesses: Lada, Zara (derived from Zarya Zaryanitsa), Maria (derived from Mary, Morena), Dana. Female names derived from the Gods: Yarila, Velesynya, Perunitsa.

How to choose Slavic names for girls

Rare Slavic names for girls (Vedagora, Gorislava and others) or common ones, such as Lada, for example, were chosen according to a special principle. It consisted of the following:

  1. A temporary name was given. From the moment of birth until a certain age, girls were not given any specific name, but were simply called “child”, “child”, “girl”, or even by a number - “second”, “third”.
  2. Naming. After observing what inclinations the girl showed and what she was striving for, the parents could help choose a name.
  3. Honor your ancestors. They could name the girl after some outstanding personality in the family. For example, great-grandmothers-handicraftsmen, grandmothers-witches, and so on.
  4. Honor the ancestral God. When a particular god or deities were worshiped in a Slavic family, their names could also be passed on to people at the request of parents or grown-up children.

Naming was carried out for a girl in such a way as to first “wash away” the temporary name in a lake where there is no flowing water (for boys - in a river with flowing water). Then they “attached” the new name through a special ritual. The sorcerer performed the ritual at the temple. This is all done when the girl reaches a certain age:

  • if the qualities of a future sorceress, priestess, or sorceress manifested themselves, then the girl was named at the age of 9;
  • when a child shows all the qualities of a warrior, or she was a princess - at 12 years old;
  • children showing qualities of other classes - at 16 years old.

Slavic mythology describes a number of conditions in the traditions of the ancient Slavs, when children or adults could be renamed. This usually happened if a new name “from the language of the people” was already fixed in a girl or woman, taking into account the passage of one or another stage of life, where she showed herself in a special way. They could conduct new naming rituals when, for some reason, the previously given name was not suitable. It rarely happens that a temporary name is assigned to a child for life.

The name of a girl, girl, woman must definitely sound! Our Slavic ancestors believed that spoken words had magical powers, including names that were repeated out loud more often than other words. The future mother and wife must receive strength from Nature, the elements, and the gods in order to successfully create virtuous offspring. The Slavic culture of the Russian North has in many ways now most fully preserved these traditions, especially in the villages.

Slavic female names

AGNIYA - fiery, enlightened
ALLA - highly spiritual
BAZHENA - desired
BELA - white, clean
BELOYARA - light-colored
BORISLAVA - fighting for glory
BOYANA - fighting, courageous
BRATISLAVA - taking glory
BELOSLAVA - glorifying purity
BELYANA - enlightened, spiritualized
BOGOLYUBA - loving her gods
VLASYA - long-haired
VELENA - commanding
VESNYANA - spring
VLADA - okay, slender
VELMIRA (Velemira) - ruler of the world (people)
VEDANA (Vedeneya, Vedenya) - in charge
VELIMIRA - very peaceful, balanced
FAITH - knowledgeable Ra (sun, primordial Light)
VSESLAV - glorifying everything
GALA - soulful
GALINA - feminine, earthy
DANA (Danuta) - given
DARYANA (Daria) - courageous
DRAGOMIRA (Darling) - dear, dear to the world (society)
ZLATA (Zlatana) - golden, golden-haired
ZVENISLAVA - calling on glory
ZLATOYARA - ardent, strong like the sun
INNA (Inga) - feminine
KARINA - brown-eyed, little race
LYUBAVA (Lyuba, Lyubima, Lyubusha) - beloved
LUDA - humane
LUCHESARA - radiant, illuminating with light
LYUBOYARA - loving Yarila
LYUDMILA - dear to people, humane
MILA (Mlava, Militsa) - sweetheart
MIRA (Mirava, Mirana, Mirona, Mireta) - peaceful, reconciling
OLESYA - forest
OLGA (Olyana) - playful
OGNESLAV - glorifying Fire
POLADA - flexible
PEREYASLAVA - which took over the glory of its ancestors
RUSSIA - fair-haired
RITA - born in accordance with the Law of the Family
SVETANA (Sveta, Svetla) - light
SNEZHANA (Snezhina) - snowy, white-faced
SVETLANA (Svetlena) - bright, pure soul
FLOWER - blooming, tender
YADVIGA - nurse
YANA - courageous
YAROSLAVA - glorifying Yarila the sun

The Slavs are known for their magnificent multifaceted culture, customs and high morals. This is an ethnic group that in the past covered a significant part of the planet’s lands, which gradually settled over many centuries in different parts of Eurasia and thereby broke up into groups based on territorial and linguistic factors. This process entailed irreparable consequences - the disappearance of many original traits and the emergence of special mental differences among people who are closest in spirit.

The closest to us, Russian-speaking and “Russian-minded” descendants of the Slavs, are three peoples who belong to the Eastern Slavs: Ukrainian, Russian and Belarusian. Therefore, we will consider Old Slavonic names for girls and boys specifically these three peoples, who have primordially Slavic roots.

The Slavs are distinguished by their depth of morality. It is typical for them to conduct internal introspection; they are not characterized by dependence on luxury, material goods and conveniences. It is not for nothing that the phrase “Russian soul” is so widespread throughout the world, because the Slavic people are primarily distinguished by the fullness and depth of their spiritual qualities, such as modesty, hospitality, sympathy, hard work, conscientiousness, generosity, courage, nobility. Despite the difficult physical living conditions due to territorial features, such as those in northern Russia, all these and many other qualities have been preserved in the Slavic spirit to this day. Also, some beautiful Old Slavonic names for girls, handed down to us by our ancestors, have remained in demand and have been popularized in our time.

Old Slavonic names for girls and their formation

One of the interesting facts is the minority of female Slavic names compared to male ones. This is explained by another difference between the ethnic group: in the old days, women did not strive to stand out from others; their names were mostly modest, but had a deep spiritual meaning. Old Slavonic names for girls by month and their meaning in character and behavior have something in common with each other. The name personified the peculiarity of the person named by him and was a calling card with a personal characteristic. Also, many female names come from male ones, but this does not minimize their euphony. Main types of Slavic names:

  • derived from the names of animals;
  • arising from the names of the Gods;
  • ambiguous, having in a word two roots of words of different meanings, interconnected in a certain way.

Agnesa

This ancient Slavic name speaks of a girl as a sociable and purposeful person. Old Slavonic names for girls starting with “A” have reached us in small quantities. Agnesha has Polish roots. A woman with this name always chooses long-term relationships and commitments. The decisions made by Agnes are weighed and thought through more than once. Over the years, she only expands her range of interests and concepts, but does not renounce her principles. The month for this name is autumn - October.

Ariadne

According to legends, this wonderful name came to us from the ancient Aryan community. Ariadne is considered the first of the Aryan women. Old Slavonic names for girls, the meaning of which has a deep meaning, are beautiful and original. The name Ariadne is one of these. The girl, named by such a wonderful divine name, has the qualities of self-sacrifice, which earns the respect of society. Usually this unusual name is given to babies born in September or early October. Ariadne's favorite colors are green, blue and turquoise. We continue to look at Old Church Slavonic names for girls by month further.

Asteria

They speak of her as being like the stars, just as bright and incomprehensible. According to Slavic history, Asteria is the Aryan goddess of stars. By nature, she is characterized by dominance over others, and with age, this desire to be better does not leave her, but only takes root. Girls with this name were famous for their beauty and daring disposition. Old Slavonic names of girls and their meaning by month personify the depth of the Russian language. The name seems to merge with the person into a single whole and decorate him. The following months of birth are suitable for Asteria: November and December. Favorite colors of the goddess of stars: red and black. This speaks of a strong-willed nature.

Bozena

A very beautiful and sonorous name. Translated from the Old Church Slavonic language, Bozhena means “divine gift.” There is a similar kind of male name - Bazhen. The modern version of Bozhena is Bogdana. Girls with this name are truly wise. They know where to give in and where to insist. Bozheny, Bogdany are distinguished by sophistication and sophistication. They are modest and majestic. To all the qualities described above, let’s add a love of home comfort, thriftiness and a sober outlook on life. Although modern Old Church Slavonic names for girls differ slightly in consonance, the meaning is not distorted.

Belozara

Feminine form of the male name Belozar. This name belongs to the third type of the classification presented above, which has two interrelated meanings. It carries a significant part of the culture and traditions of the Slavic ethnic group. If we focus on the direct meaning, then Belozara means “white dawn”. This beautiful old name has a deeper meaning - “enlightened, dedicated.” This euphonious name in the modern world can be pronounced as Bela. Unfortunately, many Old Church Slavonic names for girls are unpopular at the present time.

Fun

The Old Slavonic name Zabava means “delight”, “joy”. Girls with this name are distinguished by their cheerful disposition, naivety and ambition. Fun has undeniable virtues, and its name in no way means frivolity. On the contrary, her naivety seems to hold something sacred. The most famous Fun from the Slavic world lives in the epic “Dobrynya and the Serpent”. This is the daughter of Putyata, who was an associate of Vladimir. The fun is affectionately called Zabavushka or Zabavushka.

Zlatan

Old Slavonic names for girls and boys often have the same root, respectively, and the meaning of these names is the same. This unusual name still exists in the 21st century, but in a simplified form - Zlata. The origin of the name takes us to the distant Middle Ages, where it was used to call Belarusian and Polish women. Zlata, Zlatana means “gold, golden.” Girls named Zlatana are famous for such good qualities: truthfulness, responsibility, thoroughness, frugality, tact, curiosity. Zlatana is meticulous when choosing a life partner. Although there are plenty of admirers, she gets married late. Long searches and thoughtful decisions lead to a happy marriage.

Zoreslav

The feminine form of the Slavic male name Zoreslav. Old Slavonic names for girls by month and their meanings combine several good qualities: euphony, deep meaning, unusualness. Zoreslava is translated as “beautiful”, “glorious as the dawn”. Women with such a beautiful old Russian name are capable students and faithful spouses. Marked by beauty, the Zoreslavs have no equal in their splendor.

Istislava

Very rare and not at all popular is the glorious name of Istislav. The first part of the word comes from “truth”, the second from “glorifying”. If we delve deeper into this topic, it becomes clear that the roots “slava” often used in names leave the imprint of Slavic customs and culture. Everyone heard and interpreted the word “truth” in their own way. Well, people with such a sacred name are obliged to know the truth. Istislava is dreamy and timid by nature throughout her life. Old Church Slavonic names for girls, the list of which is relatively small, are a reminder that we are descendants of the Slavs.

Kupava

Another beautiful female Slavic name, translated from Ukrainian it means “water lily”. There is also a river called Kupava. Girls named Kupava are distinguished by tenderness, caring, grace, frugality and patience. Old Slavonic names of girls by month contain a certain feature and significance. Before choosing a name for your baby, it’s worth finding out the sacred meaning of the preferred options. Almost all of them have good meaning. Parents can affectionately call the girl Kupavushka, Kupavka and Pava. Such a nice “singing” name would suit a sweet, modest girl.

Lada

In Slavic culture, Lada is the goddess of love and beauty. In other sources, Lada means “spouse”, “engagement”, “dowry agreement”. The word itself is associated with peace, harmony, and its euphony caresses the ear. Lada has amazing positive energy, thanks to which she charges everything around with light and peace. Lada has a versatile character. One side is perseverance, determination and sensuality, the other is vindictiveness, intractability and capriciousness. Lada knows no limits in love and hate. If he loves, then to the end, the same with hatred. Many modern names contain this name, for example, such as Vlada, Vladlena, Milada, Hellas.

Luchesara

Female name of Slavic origin. There is also a men's version. Luchezara - “sparkling, illuminating” - is associated with reliability and spiritual insight. The word comes from a combination of two others: “ray” and “dawn”. People with this name are nice, responsible, and they also have an extraordinary outlook on life, which, of course, cannot but inspire. Luchezara illuminates the path for her loved ones and the people around her. She is like a muse for her companion and a sage for children. Favorite colors: dark green and brown.

Lyubava

In the list of “the most beautiful Old Church Slavonic names for girls,” you can safely include the Old Russian name Lyubava. Lyubabushka is famous for her generosity and sensuality. The name means "loving one." Lyubavs are girls born in winter. They are very curious and live more by feelings and sensations than by the mind. Lyubavas have many positive qualities, such as cheerfulness, playfulness, courage, tact, and patience. By nature they are kind and gentle, but if they find out about betrayal, there will be no mercy. Favorite colors: fiery red and scarlet.

Lyudmila

An old Russian name that was often used to call girls during the USSR. However, Lyudmila still wins the hearts of Slavic descendants. Translated from the Old Russian language - “dear to people.” Lyudmila has a number of wonderful virtues, including caring, forbearance, morality, common sense, thriftiness and devotion to her chosen one. Favorite color: beige. The name's amulet stone is yellow sapphire. The name also has a male version - Lyudmil. It has already been forgotten in Russia, but still exists in Bulgaria. Lyudmila's affectionate nicknames: Lyusya, Lyudmilka, Milasha, Lyudusya, Mila, Lyudasha and Lyulya.

Mieczyslaw

Let’s start with the Old Slavonic version of Mechislav for girls starting with “M”. Not every girl could be given this strong-willed and unusual name. Since in the times of the Slavs, signs related to appearance and character were a prerequisite for determining a name, only a truly brave girl worthy of respect could be called Mieczyslawa. Translated from Old Russian - “famous in battle.” Young talents named Mieczyslaw have been stubborn and distrustful since childhood. They have a strong will and desire to maintain health. The Mieczysławs are devoted to their family, and especially to their parents.

Milomira

Old Church Slavonic names for girls are mostly soft, gentle and attractive. One of these gentle options is the old Russian name Milomira. Means “sweetheart of the world” and “peaceful”. Perhaps the most feminine name, because women truly bring peace into life. Although many wars were provoked by ladies, our Slavic roots are the original bearers of peace and order. Milomira has positive qualities such as modesty, ambition, cordiality, generosity, grace and many others. Having given preference to this name, parents can affectionately call the girl Mila, Mira, Milomirushka.

Mlada

A traditional Slavic name, not yet erased from the memory of descendants. It is more common in Western Ukraine. Mlada means “young, young”. The girls, named by such a gentle name, are as refined as wildflowers. Mlada is gifted with bright talents, smiling and easy to communicate. In general, these are very charming girls. Their character is flexible and peaceful. Favorite colors: variegated, mixed.

Rodislava

In ancient times this name was borne by beautiful female representatives. “Glory to birth” or “born glory” - these two interpretations of the name Rodislav have different semantic meanings. In the first case - respect and reverence for the birth of humanity. And this is a really deep meaning for the name, perhaps even incomprehensible to many. Representatives of the fairer sex are not at all weak in the matter of giving birth to offspring. Childbirth is truly hard work for the body, and the fact that a woman copes with it is worthy of respect.

Old Slavonic names for girls by month and their meaning in society now play a less significant role among the many established foreign names. Now, unfortunately, it is not very fashionable to have a Slavic name.

Svetolika

An ancient Slavic name that means “fair-faced”. Girls called Svetoliks are distinguished by their courage and independence. The manifestation of these qualities in youth is expressed in a certain self-will and immense curiosity. In adult life, Svetolika becomes a leader, wherever she is, and acquires such qualities as restraint, determination, tact, and self-confidence. Svetolika is sweet and beautiful, harmonious. This name combines both femininity and masculinity. Favorite colors: orange, yellow, light green.

Tvorimira

Another beautiful name of unknown depth and beauty is Tvorimira. All beautiful Old Slavonic names for girls emphasize the character and charm of Slavic women. Tvorimira means “to create the world.” Old Russian traditions again and again affirm the importance of a well-chosen name for a woman with a meaning that is right for her. Ladies with such a blessed name are wise beyond their years and are famous for their high morality. But, unfortunately, the name Tvorimir is practically not found among today's Slavs. This determines its rarity and non-prevalence.

Khranimir

Names with the ending “peace” have a special meaning that was laid down many centuries ago. The Slavs are known for their rituals and mastery of white magic skills. Veles' Book alone is worth it - the unknown and incomprehensible Slavic language on wooden tablets has worked and is now creating miracles. The Slavic people possessed such knowledge that to this day helps us in many areas of life. Khranimir is wisdom, femininity, courage and charm. All the best qualities of people are collected in this old Russian name.

Charusha

The meaning of this name is “bewitching power.” Charusha is a mysterious and difficult girl. She enchants those around her with some mysterious notes and exquisite taste. Usually such girls have no end to fans. But their honor is above all. After all, the Slavic people are known for morality and loyalty. Charusha is a sweet-sounding, enchanting name that beautifies Slavic women. Moreover, the charms of these beautiful ladies extend not only to men, but also to children. The kids are delighted with Charusha. The Old Slavonic name Charusha is also unpopular now, but is still occasionally found in Western Ukraine and Poland.

Yaroslav

Feminine form of the male name Yaroslav. Translated from Old Church Slavonic as “glory to spring.” Despite the initially masculine roots, the version of “Yaroslav” is very sonorous and feminine. Since childhood, Yaroslava has been active and courageous, and is a good student. Characterized by stubbornness, sociability and curiosity. Yaroslava cannot stand loneliness and conflicts with loved ones. She has a good sense of humor and is very independent; she achieves success only on her own, without anyone’s help.

Old Church Slavonic names for girls are not determined by month in the modern world, because most church names do not come from Slavic roots. The Slavic spirit, the depth of the soul and the unusualness of the names of past millennia have remained to this day. Old Slavonic names for girls and their meaning occupy their niche in culture. It is worth noting their sonority and ambiguity. The peculiarities of traditions in simple Old Church Slavonic names are clearly expressed. Another good thing is the fact that some names have come back into fashion and are contributing to the active restoration of forgotten customs.

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