Władysław is a Polish given male name, cognate with Vladislav. Feminine form is Władysława. Alternate, archaic forms are Włodzisław (male) and Włodzisława (female). Władysław is a Polish given male name, cognate with Vladislav. Feminine form is Władysława. Alternate, archaic forms are Włodzisław (male) and Włodzisława (female).