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The female first name Miroslawa (Mirosława) represents the feminine variant of the Polish name Miroslaw. In German, it is translated as 'the peaceful Slavic woman', 'the one who honors peace', 'the peaceful one', and 'the glorious peace'.
What does the name Miroslawa mean?
Miroslawa (Mirosława) is the feminine form of the Polish name Miroslaw. The German translation of the name means 'the peaceful Slavic woman', 'the one who honors peace', 'the peaceful one', and 'the glorious peace'. The name has its roots in Old Slavic and is composed of the terms mirŭ (миръ) for 'peace', 'calm', 'world', or 'universe' and sláva (сла́ва) for 'glory', 'honor', 'esteem', or 'the Slavic'. Alternative spellings include Miroslava, Mirka, Mirca, Mira, Myroslawa, and Myroslava. The name gained recognition through Miroslav, who was King of Croatia from 945 until his death in 949 and belonged to the Trpimirović dynasty.
Where does the name Miroslawa come from?
Miroslawa is an Old Slavic name, meaning 'the peaceful Slavic woman'. The components of the word come from Old Slavic: mirŭ (миръ) means 'peace', 'calm', 'world', or 'universe', while sláva (сла́ва) stands for 'glory', 'honor', 'esteem', or 'the Slavic'. The name is common in Polish and Slavic languages.
How do you pronounce Miroslawa?
The pronunciation and sound of Miroslawa are four syllables and sonorous. The name is pronounced as 'Mi-ro-sla-wa' [miʁɔˈslava], with alternating light and dark vowels that give depth to the name. The consonant combination '-sl-' places a distinct accent in the middle, while the open '-wa' at the end sounds wide and powerful. Overall, Miroslawa conveys an impression of dignity, tradition, and resonance, characterized by a clear Slavic timbre.
When is the name day of Miroslawa?
The name day of Miroslawa is celebrated on July 26.
Popularity
In Germany, Miroslawa is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2022, when it reached 2,554th place. In the last ten years, Miroslawa has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,061st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,325th.
Famous people
- Miroslawa Krajewska (Polish actress)
- Miroslawa Litmanowicz (Polish chess player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Miroslawa
What does the name Miroslawa mean?
Miroslawa means 'the peaceful Slavic woman' and has its roots in Old Slavic. It is composed of the terms for 'peace' and 'glory'.
Is Miroslawa a typical girl's name?
Yes, Miroslawa is a traditional girl's name, particularly common in Slavic countries.
Are there alternative spellings for Miroslawa?
Yes, alternative spellings include Miroslava, Mirka, Mirca, Mira, Myroslawa, and Myroslava.
How is the name Miroslawa pronounced?
The name Miroslawa is pronounced approximately as: Mi-ro-sla-wa, with the syllables evenly stressed.