Meaning & History
Jaskier (also known as Dandelion) is a character in the series of fantasy novels called The Witcher written by Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. Jaskier is a poet, minstrel, bard, & the best friend of the main character, Geralt of Rivia. Jaskier means 'buttercup' in Polish which is a bright yellow flower of the genus Ranunculus. His other alias' are Dandelion, Julian Alfred Pankratz, Viscount de Lettenhove, The Crimson Avenger, & Nightingale Prince.