Boleslaw Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationBOH-les-wahf / ˈbɔlɛswafSlavic; Polish
Meaning
Slavic: 'glory' and 'rule'
Historical & Cultural Background
Boleslaw is a traditional Slavic name, particularly common in Poland. It has historical significance, as several Polish kings bore the name, contributing to its prominence in Polish culture. The name reflects the values of leadership and honor in Slavic societies. It has variations in spelling and pronunciation across different regions.
Trend Summary
The name Boleslaw is not widely used in the United States and has remained relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bolesław
- Bolek
International Variants
- Boleslav (Czech)
- Boleslaw (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Boleslaw was first seen in the United States in 1909. Boleslaw has ranked as high as #800 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Boleslaw has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Boleslaw (1921)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 23 |
| 1916 | 40 |
| 1917 | 27 |
| 1918 | 21 |
| 1919 | 39 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 |