Vyacheslav is a male name of Russian origin, meaning "Big Fame." This Slavic dithematic name is derived from the words "vyache," meaning "great(er)," and "slava," meaning "glory" or "fame." The name is also transliterated as Viacheslav or Viatcheslav. In various Slavic languages, it has equivalents such as Václav in Czech, Wacław in Polish, and Vjenceslav in Croatian. Notable individuals with this name span various fields, including academia, arts, entertainment, literature, diplomacy, military, music, politics, sports, and more. The feminine forms of the name are Vyacheslava and Więcesława. It is a name associated with a strong and prestigious legacy, with bearers excelling in diverse domains.