Vadim (name)
Vadim is a common male first name, especially in Russia. He comes from the Altostslawischen language. Beyond its importance, there are different opinions. He is often mistakenly perceived as a short form of the name Vladimir. It also occurs as a surname.
Variants
- Vadim
- Vadi
- Vadik
- Vadimka
Well-known bearers of the name
First name
- Vadim Glowna (1941-2012), German actor
- Wadym Malachatko ( b. 1977 ), Ukrainian chess grandmaster
- Vadim Borisovich Shafrov (1898-1976), Soviet aircraft designer
- Corneliu Vadim Tudor ( born 1949 ), Romanian politician
Family name
- Roger Vadim (1928-2000), French film director
- Male first name
- Family name