Pavel

Meaning & origin

Pavel is the Czech form of the name Paul, commonly used in Czech-speaking regions and also popular in Russia. In Russian, the name Pavel is associated with the meaning "small." Notable bearers of the name include Pavel Nedvěd, a former Czech football player, and Pavel Durov, a Russian entrepreneur. The name carries a strong cultural presence in both Czech and Russian contexts.

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Famous people with the first name Pavel

• Petr Pavel Czech officer
• Pavel Talankin Russian teacher
• Pavel Durov Russian entrepreneur
• Pavel Nedvěd Czech footballer and football official
• Pavel Prigozhin Person
• Pavel Šulc Czech footballer

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