Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • Search All Records
      • Census & Electoral Rolls
      • Birth, Marriage & Death, including Parish
      • Military
      • Wills & Probate
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Schools, Directories & Church Histories
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Blog
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
      • Careers
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2002-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Svatoslav

      Origin

      Slavic Languages, Eastern Europe

      Meaning

      Holy Glory or Sacred Fame

      Variations

      Svjatoslav, Kvetoslav, Svetislav
      The name Svatoslav is derived from Slavic roots, combining the elements svat, meaning holy or sacred, and slav, which translates to glory or fame. Thus, Svatoslav can be understood as holy glory or sacred fame. This name reflects a common convention in Slavic naming practices, where names often carry significant meanings rooted in cultural and spiritual context.

      Svatoslav has a notable historical presence, particularly in Eastern Europe. One of the most prominent figures bearing this name is Svatopluk I, the ruler of Great Moravia during the 9th century. His reign is remembered for significant achievements in state formation and the spread of Christianity among the Slavs. The name has been associated with various noble and royal families throughout Slavic history, contributing to its enduring legacy as a name of dignity and reverence.

      In contemporary contexts, Svatoslav remains in use across several Slavic countries, particularly in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Ukraine. While not as common as some other Slavic names, it retains a sense of cultural identity and is often chosen for its historical and spiritual significance. Additionally, variations of the name can be found across different Slavic languages, maintaining its relevance in modern naming conventions.

      Based on our records...

      Malec

      Malec

      This is the most common surname associated with Svatoslav.
      Ella

      Ella

      This is the most common name of those married to a Svatoslav.
      Charles

      Charles

      This is the most common name for a child of a Svatoslav.

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1941 is when there were the most people born with the first name Svatoslav.

      Explore the origins of another name.