Gender Masculine
Usage Polish
Pronounced Pron. MYEH-shkaw  [key·IPA]

Meaning & History

Probably an old diminutive form of Mieczysław. This was the name of three rulers of Poland including Mieszko I, the first Christian ruler (10th century).

Related Names

Feminine FormMieczysława
Other Languages & CulturesMečislav(Czech) Mečislovas(Lithuanian)

Popularity

People think this name is

classic   formal   upper class   natural   wholesome   strong   strange   complex   serious  

Name Days

Poland: January 1

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Entry updated April 23, 2024