Origin and Meaning of Wladimir

To rule with greatness

Origin: Slavic - Derived from the Old Slavic elements 'vladeti' meaning 'to rule' and 'mir' meaning 'peace' or 'world'.

• Wladimir is a variant of the name Vladimir, which is a popular name in several Slavic countries and is associated with leadership and authority.
• The name is used primarily in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia, Ukraine, and Poland, often reflecting local cultural and historical significance.
• Notable bearers include Wladimir Putin, the President of Russia, and Wladimir Klitschko, a famous Ukrainian professional boxer.
• While less common in the West, Wladimir has seen fluctuations in popularity; it tends to be more prominent in Eastern European countries.
• Variants of the name include Vladimir, Vladislav, and Wladyslaw, with each having slight variations in meaning and regional popularity.