Volya
Volya is a transliteration of a Slavic word that generally conveys the concepts of will, liberty, or freedom. In Russian, Ukrainian, and Belarusian, the root vol- appears in the terms воля (volya in Russian, volia in Ukrainian) and denotes personal or political liberty, self-determination, or resolve. The word is commonly used in everyday language as well as in historical and political contexts.
Linguistically, volya functions as a noun and can refer to free will, the state of being free,
Historically, volya has appeared in notable names and movements. Narodnaya Volya, or People’s Will, was a prominent
Geographically and onomastically, volya also appears as a toponym and surname component in some Slavic-speaking regions.
In culture, volya has appeared as a motif or title element in literature, film, and music, where