Ruslan
[ˈruslən]Meaning
The name Ruslan is of Turkic origin meaning 'lion'.
Background Story
Ruslan is a figure from Russian folklore, most notably from the epic poem 'Ruslan and Ludmila' by Alexander Pushkin, where he is depicted as a brave knight on a quest to rescue his beloved Ludmila. The poem has been influential in Russian literature and has inspired various adaptations.
Temperament
Variations
Ruslanik, Ruslanka
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