Vaclav Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationVAH-ts-lahf / ˈvaːts.laf

Slavic; Czech

Meaning

Czech: glory; Slavic: more glorious

Historical & Cultural Background

Vaclav is a traditional Slavic name, commonly used in Czech culture. It is associated with Saint Wenceslaus, the patron saint of the Czech Republic, who is celebrated for his leadership and piety. The name has historical significance in Czech history, symbolizing national pride and heritage. It remains popular in Czech-speaking regions and among those with Slavic roots.

Trend Summary

The name Vaclav has seen fluctuating popularity in Czech regions, with a notable presence in historical contexts.

Similar Names

VladimirViktorVladislavVladanVeselinValentinVanya

Variants

  • Václav
  • Václavik

International Variants

  • Václav (Czech)
  • Wenceslaus (Latin)
  • Venceslas (French)

Famous people named Vaclav

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Fictional characters named Vaclav

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Vaclav was first seen in the United States in 1915. Vaclav has ranked as high as #829 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Vaclav has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Vaclav

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19155
19215