Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 02, 2024

Roxolana

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Origin: Slavic

Meaning: Ruthenian one

If you want to give baby a name with centuries of history behind it, Roxolana can make for a memorable choice. This feminine name has Turkish and Slavic roots and is typically spelled Roxelana. Translating to “Ruthenian one” this name would refer to someone from the East Slavic region. This name can also refer to the historical figure Roxelana, the wife of Süleyman the Magnificent who became one of the most powerful women in the Ottoman Empire. If you want a name that inspires baby’s sharp mind and future power, Roxolana can have plenty of influence.