Boris

fighter, wolf

GenderBoyOriginSlavicSay itBOR-isPopularityUncommon
Pronounced BOR-is

About the name Boris

Boris is a bold, ancient Slavic name carried by kings and leaders throughout history. It has a commanding, memorable sound.

A resilient, confident boy who leads with quiet strength.

Fun fact

Boris was borne by medieval Bulgarian and Russian rulers alike.

Nicknames for Boris

BoryaBori

Variations

BoryaBorislavBorys

Famous people named Boris

  • Boris Johnson (former UK Prime Minister)
  • Boris Pasternak (Russian author)
  • Boris Becker (tennis champion)

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