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Origin: Polish

Meaning: Of great honor; Glory

Those looking to honor baby's Polish or Slavic roots will love the rich history of the boy's name, Boleslaw. As a love letter to a Polish dynasty and Boleslaus the Brave, it's survived thousands of years through countless noble kings and dukes. Fittingly, Boleslaw translates to "of great honor" and "glory," combining bole, meaning "more," and slawa or slava, menaing "fame" or "glory. If you're looking for a cute nickname for this one, look no further than Bolko, as in the rulers of the Silesian line of the Piast dynasty. Yes, your little one will never fail to remind you of their royal legacy.