that originated from VACLAV........that's my great grandpappy's name! :) Vaclav Dvorak. pronounced D vor zhak like the famous (or not) Bohemian Composer, Antonin Dvorak ----- Original Message ----- From: Nancy Kubik To: CZECH-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Wednesday, May 19, 2004 8:05 PM Subject: [CZ] "W" Someone recently mentioned that there is not a "W" in the Czech language. Where did the name Wenzel originate? Nancy ==== CZECH Mailing List ==== The mailing list is configured to reply only to the list. If you are making a personal reply to a poster, it will be necessary to delete the list address and add the individual's address. --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.688 / Virus Database: 449 - Release Date: 5/18/04

Does this name Vaclav translate to something in English? Stefanie

It translates to James in alot of places. I think its' possible my dad's brother was named after his grandpa..... ----- Original Message ----- From: Stefanie To: CZECH-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Thursday, May 20, 2004 7:30 AM Subject: Re: [CZ] "W" Vaclav Does this name Vaclav translate to something in English? Stefanie ==== CZECH Mailing List ==== List Administrator may be reached by sending an email to CZECH-ADMIN@ROOTSWEB.COM --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.688 / Virus Database: 449 - Release Date: 5/18/04

Hi, Stefanie. Vaclav translates into English as Wenceslaus. As in "The Good King Wenceslaus." Joe