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VlastimirChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Ruler of the land

Pronunciation: vlah-steen-meer

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Name
Vlastimir
Meaning
Ruler of the land
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
vlah-steen-meer
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Vlastimir mean?

Vlastimir is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Ruler of the land". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: vlah-steen-meer. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Βλαστίμιρ

μέγας πατήρ, σήμα, αρχηγός, πρωτότοκος, ηγεμόνας, αληθής, καλός

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

vlah-steen-meer

IPA

/vlæsˈtɪmɪr/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Vlastimir is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Ruler of the land. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

PurpleGreyBrown

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: You are diplomatic, sensitive, and nurturing. You thrive in relationships and value harmony in your life.

Personality

Personality Traits

StrongWiseBraveC = ConfidentS = Sensible

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of godly rule and leadership.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Vlastimir holds historical significance with its Slavic origins, as it denotes a powerful leader or a monarch who rules with peace and wisdom. In many medieval European societies where Christianization or conversion to Christianity was prevalent, names were bestowed based on desired qualities, virtues, or professions. For this reason, having a name like Vlastimir would have carried great cultural pride in communities where peace and governance were highly valued.
Apart from its cultural significance, Vlastimir carries a deep spiritual meaning rooted in Slavic pagan beliefs and Christian ideals. The aspiration of ruling with peace corresponds to the Christian concept of 'just rule' or 'reign of god,' where the ruler possesses wisdom, compassion, and empathy, and ultimately serves the higher will of the divine. The name’s spiritual significance suggests that regardless of power, a true ruler’s character is one that upholds the values of peace, unity, and wisdom.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Vlastimir DjordjevicVlastimir Stojiljkovic

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Vlastimir

great father, symbol of leadership, leader, firstborn, true, good

🇮🇱Hebrew

ולסטימיר

אב גדול, סמל רב, ראש, בכור, מנהיג, גבור, יקר, יפה

🇬🇷Greek

Βλαστίμιρ

μέγας πατήρ, σήμα, αρχηγός, πρωτότοκος, ηγεμόνας, αληθής, καλός

🇮🇹Latin

Vlastimir

pater magnus, signum, princeps, primogenitus, dux, verus, bonus

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