Russian Names

Sounds just like its meaning.

Vanya is much more familiar.

Makes the intriguing Olga even more so.

Fanya might make an international and unusual short form for the classic Frances, or could stand as a full name on its own. Definitely classier than Tanya but with the same Eastern European flavor.

Its association with the word liebe gives this name an endearing, adored aura.

Shorter, more palatable form of Vladimir, best known as the surname of French director Roger.

Plausible name for parents with Slavic roots, known as the wife of Alexander the Great.

A bold and evocative African place name. The country of Kenya gets its name from Mount Kenya, referred to it as "Kirinyaga" or "Kerenyaga" by the local Kikuyu people, meaning "mountain of whiteness" due to its snow-capped peak.

Russian form of Roderick given to a small number of American boys each year.

With Natalie and Natalia in the US Top 100, it is not a surprise for spelling variations to gain popularity. Nataly was given to nearly 300 baby girls in 2023 and was one of the fastest-rising girl names that year.

Multicultural mini name with an intuitive pronunciation — it's a recipe for success, yet Lida remains under the radar.

Tatyana, an alternate spelling of the lovely Tatiana, definitely has its followers.

Nadya and Nadia are Eastern European short forms -- for the more difficult Nadezhda -- now fully accepted on their own.