Sława is a Polish feminine given name, primarily used as a short form of names that contain the Slavic element slava, meaning "glory". It is related to names such as Stanisław and its feminine counterparts Stanislava, Stasia, and Stana.EtymologyThe root of Sława is the Proto-Slavic element slava, which means "glory" or "fame." This element appears in many Slavic names, especially compounds like Stanisław (meaning "become glorious") and Władysław ("rule with glory"). As a standalone name, Sława directly embodies the concept of glory.Notable BearersThe Wikipedia entry for Sława refers to a town in western Poland rather than a person. The name Sława appears in historical records and modern use, but specific notable individuals with this exact form are rare.Cultural SignificanceSława exemplifies a common pattern in Slavic naming: clipping longer compound names to create affectionate or familiar forms. While similar names like Stasia (from Stanisława) or Slava (common in Russian and Ukrainian) are more widespread, Sława maintains a distinctly Polish identity, especially as a feminine name.Related Names and VariantsRelated names include the Ukrainian short form Slava, the Serbian Stana, the Slovene Staša, the Czech Stáňa, and the Latvian Staņislava. All share the root slava and are typically derived from Slavic compound names.DistributionSława is almost exclusively used in Poland, though it may appear among Polish diaspora communities. It is less common than other diminutives like Stasia or Slava.Meaning: “glory” (from Slavic element slava)Origin: SlavicType: Diminutive/short formUsage Regions: Poland