Russian Heritage baby names

Names tagged with “Russian Heritage” across DNA, style, or vibe in the Namesake database.

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7 names

◈= unisex (gender-neutral)

Anastassia
Greek
84
From Greek 'anastasis' meaning 'resurrection' or 'rising again'. A classical name borne by early Christian saints and royalty throughout Byzantine and Russian history.
Makar
Sanskrit
84
From Sanskrit 'makara' (sea creature), adopted into Russian tradition. Associated with strength and cosmic symbolism in Hindu mythology.
Annastazia
Greek
70
From Greek 'anastasis' meaning 'resurrection' or 'rising again,' popularized in Russian culture as Anastasia with Slavic diminutive suffix -ia
Leonid
Greek
62
From Greek 'leon' meaning lion, popularized in Russian as Leonid. Signifies strength and nobility, with historical prominence in Soviet space exploration.
Nastasia
Greek
42
From Greek 'anastasis' meaning 'resurrection' or 'rising again'. Historically borne by early Christian saints and later popularized in Russia.
Nastassia
Greek
42
From Greek 'anastasis' meaning 'resurrection' or 'rising again'. Popular in Russian culture as a feminine form of Anastasios.
Olga
Slavic
40
From Old Norse 'heilagr' meaning 'holy' or 'blessed'. Popularized in Russia through Saint Olga of Kiev, a venerated ruler and saint.

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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024