Boris
/ˈbɔrɪs/
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Boris is a name of Slavic origin, derived from the elements 'bor' meaning 'battle' and 'slav' meaning 'glory', often interpreted as 'warrior' or 'fighter'. It also carries connotations of being a 'stranger' or 'unknown', adding a sense of mystery. The name is historically significant in Eastern Europe, associated with strong and noble figures like Boris Godunov, the Tsar of Russia. It remains a distinctive and powerful name in modern times.
Boris Yeltsin
Head of State, First president of post-Soviet Russia
Boris Vian
Novelist, L'Écume des jours
Boris Vallejo
Painter, Fantasy artist
Boris Trajkovski
Head of State, President of Macedonia, 1999-2004
Boris Spassky
Chess Player, Grandmaster defeated by Bobby Fischer
Boris Sagal
Film Director, The Omega Man
Boris Pickett
Singer/Songwriter, Monster Mash
Boris Pasternak
Author, Doctor Zhivago
Boris Kodjoe
Actor, Soul Food
Boris Karloff
Actor, Horror actor
Boris Johnson
Journalist, Mayor of London
Boris Godunov
Royalty, Tsar of Russia, 1598-1605
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Borya
Borisko
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