Praskovja Name meanings & History

Derived from the Roman name Prisca, meaning "old-fashioned" or "ancient". Estonian transcription of Прасковья (see Praskovya). Praskovja is a beautiful and unique name that is steeped in Russian history and culture. It would be a great choice for parents who are interested in traditional names that have a modern twist.

Zodiac Sign of Praskovja: Pretty Taurus,Pensive Libra

Synonyms of Praskovja:

P: Partnership,Passive,Pensive,Particular,Political

R: Rational,Restless,Resourceful,Reason

A: Argumentative,Angry,Aggressive,Action,Ambitious,Assertive

S: Sensuality,Social Standing,Sex,Solidity,Status,Success,Security

K: Karate,Karma,Kind,Kundalini

O: Obstinate,Organized,Ostentatious,Obsessive,Obsolete

V: Vivacious,Vexing,Versatility,Variety

J: Jester,Journal,Joy,Justice,Judicial,Journey

Praskovja is:

• a Delicate name
• a Rough name
• a Serious name
• a Urban name

Famous People

Praskovja Uvarova was a Russian noblewoman who became a renowned political activist during the reign of Catherine the Great in the late 18th century. Another notable namesake is Praskovya Ivanovna Osipova, a Russian soprano who performed in the Bolshoi Theatre during the mid-20th century.