Mstislava is a boy name of Russian origin meaning “Mstislav is derived from Slavic roots meaning 'to be glorious in battle'. It reflects a warrior spirit, historically associated with nobility and power in ancient Russia. (variant of Mstislav)”. It's a unique and uncommon choice for parents seeking something distinctive. With 3 syllables, it's elegant and melodic.
mstee-SLAH-vah
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 85% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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