Meaning and history
Jarosław is a Polish masculine name composed of Slavic elements jar, meaning “fierce,” “vigorous,” or “energetic,” and sław, “glory” or “fame.” It can therefore be interpreted as “fierce glory” or “vigorous fame,” though compound-name translations are approximate. The name has medieval Slavic roots and corresponds to Yaroslav in Ukrainian and Russian. Notable bearers include Polish writer Jarosław Iwaszkiewicz and Polish actor and voice artist Jarosław Boberek.