Boleslaw
bo-LEH-swahf
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
Polish
Total Births
277
Peak Year
#40 in 1916
First Recorded
1909
Style
Strong & Bold, Vintage
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A Polish name derived from the Slavic elements 'bole' (more) and 'slava' (glory, fame). Thus, it means 'more glory' or 'great glory'.
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Bolesław I the Brave
First King of Poland, expanded Polish territory
Personality Traits
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