Jaroslav
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Jaroslav is a boy name of Czech origin meaning "Famous glory".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Czech
Religion
None
Syllables
3
Length
8 letters
Meaning
Famous glory
Etymology
From the Slavic elements 'yaru' meaning famous and 'slav' meaning glory.
Famous People Named Jaroslav
- Jaroslav Hašek — Czech humorist, satirist, writer and anarchist (1883-1923)
- Jaroslav Seifert — Czechoslovak poet, Nobel prize laureate (1901–1986)
- Jaroslav Heyrovský — Czech chemist (1890-1967)
- Jaroslav Plašil — Czech footballer
- Jaroslav Vrchlický — Czech lyrical poet (1853–1912)
Frequently Asked Questions About Jaroslav
What does the name Jaroslav mean?
Jaroslav means "Famous glory", and is of Czech origin.
What is the origin of the name Jaroslav?
Jaroslav originates from Czech, commonly used in Europe.
Is Jaroslav a boy or girl name?
Jaroslav is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Jaroslav associated with?
Jaroslav is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Jaroslav?
Yes — notable people named Jaroslav include Jaroslav Hašek (Czech humorist, 1883-1923), Jaroslav Seifert (Czechoslovak poet, 1901–1986), Jaroslav Heyrovský (Czech chemist, 1890-1967), Jaroslav Plašil (Czech footballer) and Jaroslav Vrchlický (Czech lyrical poet, 1853–1912).
Last updated: June 2026