Rostislav is a masculine given name of Slavic origin, specifically from the Czech Republic and Slovakia. It translates to "glorious fame" or "famous throughout the land," derived from the elements 'rost' meaning "fame" or "glory," and 'slav' meaning "fame." This name has been used historically among royalty and nobility in Eastern Europe, with one notable figure being Rostislav of Moravia, who ruled as the Duke of Great Moravia during the 9th century.
Rostislav was given to five babies born in the year 2015.