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Name Origin

Miroslav is a Slavic given name, primarily found in Czech, Slovak, and Serbian cultures. It is composed of two elements: 'mir' meaning 'peace' and 'slav' meaning 'glory' or 'fame'. Therefore, Miroslav traditionally means 'peace-glorious' or 'glorious peace'.

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Famous People

Miroslav Klose (1978-)

Professional footballer

  • Record goalscorer for the German national team
  • FIFA World Cup Golden Boot winner (2006)
  • Bundesliga top scorer (2005-06)

Miroslav Holub (1923-1998)

Poet and physician

  • Prominent figure in Czech literature
  • Known for surrealist and philosophical poetry
  • Won numerous literary awards

Miroslav Volf (1958-)

Theologian and author

  • Professor at Yale Divinity School
  • Known for his work on forgiveness and reconciliation
  • Author of influential books such as 'Free of Charge'

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