Boris Name Meaning & Origin
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The name Boris is of Slavic origin, derived from the Turkic word 'bogor' meaning 'small' or 'wolf', and became popular in Eastern Europe, especially among Slavic nations.
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Russian (Slavic) 60% -
Serbian (Slavic) 30% -
Bulgarian (Slavic) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Boris
- Name Order: Eastern
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Boris in the US (SSA Data):
Boris Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 9
People with this name tend to be: Humanitarian, generous and compassionate.