Yaroslav Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAR-oh-slav / ˈjɑːrəˌslɑːvSlavic; Russian
Meaning
Yaroslav: 'fierce and glorious' (Slavic); 'he who is glorious' (Russian)
Historical & Cultural Background
Yaroslav is a traditional Slavic name, often associated with nobility and leadership. In Russian history, Yaroslav the Wise was a notable prince of Kiev, known for his contributions to the cultural and political development of Kievan Rus.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yaros
- Slava
International Variants
- Jaroslav (Czech); Jaro (Slovak)
Famous people named Yaroslav
Yaroslav the Wise — prince of Kiev.
Yaroslav Kaczynski — Polish politician.
Fictional characters named Yaroslav
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yaroslav was first seen in the United States in 1998. Yaroslav has ranked as high as #1406 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Florida. In the past 5 years the name Yaroslav has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yaroslav (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 11 |