Boris from the Turkic name Bogoris, perhaps meaning "short" or "wolf" or "snow leopard". It was borne by the 9th-century king Boris I of Bulgaria who converted his country to Christianity, as well as two later Bulgarian emperors. The name was popularized in the Slavic world due to the 11th-century Saint Boris, who was a Russian prince martyred with his brother Gleb. His mother may have been Bulgarian.
Saintly namesake: Boris I of Bulgaria was a 9th–10th century ruler who converted Bulgaria to Christianity. He is venerated as a saint for his role in spreading the faith. (May 2 · 10th century)
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