Gender: Masculine
Origin: Lithuanian
Meaning: “nimble and strong.”
(shvit-rih-GUY-lah)
The name is composed of the Lithuanian elements švit– (which is from švitrus meaning “fast; nimble; frisky”) and gailas which means “strong.”
The name was borne by a Grand Duke of Lithuania (1370-1452) he was the brother of Jogaila and was known for his pro-Russian policies. The designate name-day in Lithuania is October 25. There is a feminine version Švitrigailė whose name-day is set for October 24.
Origin: Lithuanian
Meaning: “to withstand suffering.”
(kas-GUY-lahs); (kas-GUY-lay).
The name is composed of the ancient Lithuanian elements kęs- (kęsti) meaning “to suffer” and gailas meaning “strong.” Hence it would roughly translate as “one who withstands suffering.” Its designated name-day is September 29.
Gender: Masculine
Origin: Lithuanian
Meaning: “strong.”
(GUY-lyoos).
Gender: Masculine
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: “brave boar.”
(EV-eh-rett) (EV-ret)
Everett has a rugged yet sophisticated feel. In recent years, his popularity has risen, possibly due to his adorable nickname option of Rett or Rhett. Last year, he came in at # 383. Not terribly popular but also not unheard of. Then we have the French form of Evrard (ev-HRAHR), which is a bit of a tongue twister for an anglophone, but also an interesting alternative that should be of note. Both names are derived from an ancient Germanic name Eberhard, which is composed of the elements eber meaning “boar” and hard meaning” brave; strong; hardy.” The name evolved into Everard in medieval England and later became Everett. It’s Scandinavian form is Evert (eh-VERT), which has recently become somewhat trendy in Sweden in recent years. In France, Evrard’s designated name day is August 15.
The name is composed of the ancient Lithuanian elements joti, jotis (rider) and gailas (strong, fierce), the latter element may also mean “remorse; anger; pity; sharp” or “jagged.”
The name was most notably borne by the Polish King, Wladyslaw II Jogiello (1362-1434). Borne as Jogaila, he assumed the Christian Polish name of Wladyslaw II Jagiello after marrying Jadwiga of Poland. He was considered to be the last Pagan ruler of Lithuania, he converted to Catholicism after marrying Jadwiga. Unfortunately his wife died at the age of 29, in child birth, and he ended up assuming the throne of the Polish-Lithuanian commonwealth. His reign lasted 48 years and by all accounts, he was considered a pretty good king. His first name turned surname became a common one among Polish nobility. His wife, Jadwiga, was the foundress of Jagiellonie University in Poland, (Jagiellonie named for their surname).
In Lithuania, Jogaila is used as a first name. Another form is Jogėlas (yah-GAY-lahs), Jogilis. Its feminine counterparts are Jogailė and Jogilė (yah-GUY-lay) (jah-GIH-lay).
It’s designated name day is August 7.
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