Ruslan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROOS-lan / /ˈruːslən/Turkic; Slavic; Arabic
Meaning
lion (Turkic); little lion (Slavic); a name of strength (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Turkic cultures, Ruslan is associated with bravery and strength, often linked to the lion as a symbol of courage. In Slavic traditions, it has been popularized through literature, notably in the epic poem 'Ruslan and Lyudmila' by Alexander Pushkin. The Arabic connection emphasizes the name's connotation of strength and valor.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Ruslan
- Ruslann
International Variants
- Ruslan (Russian)
- Rouslan (Ukrainian)
- Ruzlan (Arabic)
Famous people named Ruslan
Ruslan Khasanov — Russian footballer.
Ruslan Sokolovsky — Russian vlogger.
Fictional characters named Ruslan
Ruslan — 'Ruslan and Lyudmila'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ruslan was first seen in the United States in 1992. Ruslan has ranked as high as #1350 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Washington, California, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Ruslan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ruslan (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1995 | 17 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 26 |