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Name Origin

Stanislaus is a masculine given name of Slavic origin, specifically Polish and Czech. It is derived from the elements 'stan', meaning 'to stand' or 'become firm', and 'slav', meaning 'glory' or 'fame'. Therefore, Stanislaus traditionally means 'one who stands glorious' or 'glorious one who stands firm'.

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Famous People

Stanislaus I Leszczyński (1677-1766)

King of Poland

  • King of Poland and Duke of Lorraine
  • Known for his intellectual pursuits and efforts to modernize Poland