Wojciech
Polish · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Wojciech
Wojciech derives from Old Slavic elements "voj" (warrior) and "tech" (to comfort or console), meaning "warrior's comfort" or "to comfort warriors." The name is primarily used in Polish culture and has deep roots in Polish Christian tradition, notably borne by Saint Adalbert of Prague (Polish: Wojciech), the patron saint of Poland who was canonized in the 10th century.
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Etymology
Wojciech derives from Old Slavic elements "voj" (warrior) and "tech" (to comfort or console), meaning "warrior's comfort" or "to comfort warriors." The name is primarily used in Polish culture and has deep roots in Polish Christian tradition, notably borne by Saint Adalbert of Prague (Polish: Wojciech), the patron saint of Poland who was canonized in the 10th century.
Wojciech currently ranks #13,994 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2007.
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