Vazha

Vazha is a traditional Georgian male name. It is often associated with the Georgian word 'vazha' (ვაჟა), meaning 'son' or 'young man,' which also carries connotations of bravery and strength. The name gained significant prominence through the celebrated Georgian writer Vazha-Pshavela, whose birth name was Luka Razikashvili, but who adopted 'Vazha-Pshavela' as his pen name, meaning 'son of Pshav' (a mountainous region in Georgia).

The name is deeply rooted in Georgian culture and is frequently chosen to honor the national poet or to imbue a child with the qualities of courage and nobility. It remains a distinctly Georgian name, not widely adopted outside of the country.