What origin is the name Prokhor?

Prokhor comes from Slavic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Prokhor?

Names from the same slavic tradition pair naturally with Prokhor — for example Mila, Nadia, Tatiana. You can browse more on our slavic names page.

How is Prokhor written in its native script?

Prokhor is written Прохор.

Prokhor

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Prokhor

Prokhor

Boy

Slavic

2 syllables

Prokhor (Прохор) is a Slavic boy's name meaning "From Slavic roots related to dancing; meaning a leader or guide in celebrations. Used as a traditional masculine given name.".

With Slavic roots, Prokhor is a boy name that means "From Slavic roots related to dancing; meaning a leader or guide in celebrations. Used as a traditional masculine given name.". It has 2 syllables.

Native script: Прохор
Origin: Slavic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

From Slavic roots related to dancing; meaning a leader or guide in celebrations. Used as a traditional masculine given name.

Popularity

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Written as Прохор

Quick answers about Prokhor

What does Prokhor mean?

Prokhor is a boy name of Slavic origin meaning "From Slavic roots related to dancing; meaning a leader or guide in celebrations. Used as a traditional masculine given name.".

How popular is Prokhor?

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Sister names that go with Prokhor

Mila Nadia Tatiana Danica Anya Natasha

How to say Prokhor

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Name numerology

6is the Chaldean number for Prokhor.

Number 6 is linked with care, family and responsibility.

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Names with a similar meaning to Prokhor

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Jacob — "A Marathi transliteration of the name Jacob, meaning one who follows or is protected by God." (Hebrew)
Alexander — "A Greek name meaning defender of men, popular among the Telugu Christian community." (Greek)