MiroslavaМирослава
/mee-ro-SLAH-vah/
Miroslava is a Russian girl's name pronounced /mee-ro-SLAH-vah/. A noble Slavic name composed of elements meaning peace and glory.
Meaning of Miroslava
A noble Slavic name composed of elements meaning peace and glory.
Miroslava is a traditional dithematic Slavic name derived from the elements 'miru', meaning peace or world, and 'slava', meaning glory or fame. It functions as the feminine counterpart to the male name Miroslav and has been recorded in Slavic naming traditions since the medieval period.
- Origin
- Russian
- Pronunciation
- /mee-ro-SLAH-vah/
Cultural background
The name remains widely used across Russia, Ukraine, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic, often shortened to affectionate diminutives in informal settings.
Variations & nicknames
- Mira
- Slava
- Miroslava
- Mirka
- Mirushe
- Miroslawa
Famous people named Miroslava
Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.
Miroslava Stern
Czechoslovakian-born Mexican actress of the Golden Age of Mexican cinema.
Film · 1940s–1955
Miroslava Duma
Russian digital entrepreneur and journalist in the international fashion industry.
Fashion · 2010s–present
Miroslava Vavrinec
Former professional tennis player and wife of Roger Federer.
Sport · 1998–2002
Miroslava Knapková
Czech professional rower and Olympic gold medalist.
Sport · 2000s–2010s
Miroslava Němcová
Czech politician who served as the Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies.
Politics · 1990s–present
Frequently asked about Miroslava
- What does Miroslava mean?
- Miroslava is a Slavic name that means 'peace and glory' or 'glory of the world'.
- How do you pronounce Miroslava?
- It is pronounced mee-ro-SLA-vah, with the emphasis typically on the third syllable.
- Is Miroslava a boy or girl name?
- Miroslava is a feminine name; the masculine equivalent is Miroslav.
- What are common nicknames for Miroslava?
- Common nicknames include Mira, Slava, Mirka, and Mirusya.
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