Vladimir derived from the Slavic element vladeti "rule" combined with meru "great, famous". The second element has also been associated with miru meaning "peace, world". This was the name of an 11th-century Grand Prince of Kiev who is venerated as a saint because of his efforts to Christianize his realm (Kievan Rus).
From Slavic elements meaning 'rule' and 'great/famous' or 'peace/world'.
Saintly namesake: Vladimir the Great was the Grand Prince of Kiev who converted Kievan Rus' to Christianity. He is honored as a saint and equal-to-the-apostles in Eastern Christianity. (July 15 · 11th century)
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