Baby Names for Boys

100+ Most Popular Slovenian Boy Names

by Sophia Roberts
by Sophia Roberts

Slovenian culture boasts a rich tapestry of tradition and heritage, reflected prominently in the names bestowed upon its children. From the rugged peaks of the Julian Alps to the serene waters of the Adriatic Sea, Slovenia’s landscape serves as inspiration for the diverse array of names given to its sons. In this exploration of Slovenian culture, we delve into the most beloved and cherished boy names that have stood the test of time, embodying the essence of Slovenian identity and pride. Join us as we uncover the stories behind the 100+ most popular Slovenian boy names, each carrying its own unique charm and significance.

100+ Most Popular Slovenian Boy Names

No. Name Meaning
1 Luka Light
2 Jakob Supplanter
3 Nejc Derived from Ignatius, meaning “fiery”
4 Marko From the Roman name Marcus, meaning “dedicated to Mars”
5 Filip Lover of horses
6 Matej Gift of God
7 Jan God is gracious
8 Tim Honoring God
9 Nik Victory of the people
10 Miha Who is like God?
11 Aljaž Variant of Alexander, meaning “defender of the people”
12 Tilen Uncertain, possibly related to Matthias
13 Žan Variant of John, meaning “God is gracious”
14 Anže Variant of Andrew, meaning “manly”
15 Vid Sight, knowledge
16 David Beloved
17 Matic Gift of God
18 Gašper Treasure
19 Rok Rest, repose
20 Gregor Vigilant, watchful
21 Blaž Lame, but also “blessed”
22 Žiga Variant of Siegfried, meaning “victory” and “peace”
23 Jaka Variant of Jacob, meaning “supplanter”
24 Simon God has heard
25 Urban From the Latin name Urbanus, meaning “city dweller”
26 Alen Variant of Alan, possibly meaning “handsome” or “harmony”
27 Lovro Variant of Lawrence, meaning “from Laurentum”
28 Andraž Slovene form of Andrew, meaning “manly”
29 Nace Born on Christmas Day
30 Erik Eternal ruler
31 Denis Derived from Dionysius, meaning “of Dionysus”
32 Matija Slovene form of Matthew, meaning “gift of God”
33 Jure Slovene form of George, meaning “farmer” or “earthworker”
34 Samo Slavic name meaning “alone” or “only”
35 Jurij Slovene form of George, meaning “farmer” or “earthworker”
36 Boštjan Variant of Sebastian, meaning “from Sebaste”
37 Martin Derived from Mars, the Roman god of war
38 Sebastjan Slovene form of Sebastian, meaning “from Sebaste”
39 Tadej Slovene form of Thaddeus, meaning “gift of God”
40 Anej Slovene form of Ansgar, meaning “god’s spear”
41 Boris Derived from the Turkic name Bogoris, meaning “wolf”
42 Niko Short form of Nikola, meaning “victory of the people”
43 Matevž Slovene form of Matthew, meaning “gift of God”
44 Peter Derived from the Greek name Petros, meaning “stone”
45 Gal Slovene form of Gallus, meaning “rooster”
46 Lan Short form of Lancelot, meaning “servant”
47 Anđelko Croatian and Serbian form of Angel, meaning “angel”
48 Patrik Slovene form of Patrick, meaning “nobleman” or “patrician”
49 Aleks Short form of Aleksander, meaning “defender of the people”
50 Teo Short form of Theodore, meaning “gift of God”
51 Domen Derived from the Latin name Dominic, meaning “belonging to the Lord”
52 Janko Slovene form of John, meaning “God is gracious”
53 Stanko Slovene form of Stanislaus, meaning “to become glorious”
54 Marjan Slovene form of Marianus, meaning “of the sea”
55 Bor Slovene word meaning “pine tree” or “fight”
56 Edi Short form of names beginning with Ed-, meaning “wealth” or “fortune”
57 Cene Short form of Vincent, meaning “conquering”
58 Zoran Slavic name meaning “dawn” or “daybreak”
59 Rudi Short form of Rudolf, meaning “famous wolf”
60 Fran Short form of Franciscus, meaning “Frenchman” or “free man”
61 Alojz Variant of Aloysius, meaning “famous warrior”
62 Matko Diminutive of Matej, meaning “gift of God”
63 Drago Short form of Dragomir, meaning “precious”
64 Anton Derived from the Roman family name Antonius, possibly meaning “priceless” or “invaluable”
65 Franjo Slovene form of Francis, meaning “Frenchman” or “free man”
66 Damjan Slovene form of Damian, meaning “to tame” or “subdue”
67 Igor Derived from the Old Norse name Ingvar, meaning “Ing’s army”
68 Zvonko Slavic name meaning “sound” or “ring”
69 Davor Slavic name meaning “to become” or “to act”
70 Bojan Slavic name meaning “battle” or “warrior”
71 Bogdan Slavic name meaning “given by God”
72 Darko Derived from the Slavic element “darku”, meaning “gift” or “present”
73 Emil Derived from the Latin name Aemilius, meaning “rival” or “striving”
74 Ivo Variant of Yvo, derived from the Germanic element “iv”, meaning “yew”
75 Ivan Slavic form of John, meaning “God is gracious”
76 Nino Short form of names ending in -nino, meaning “boy” or “child”
77 Oskar Variant of Oscar, possibly derived from Old English elements meaning “god” and “spear”
78 Sandi Short form of Alexander, meaning “defender of the people”
79 Uroš Slavic name meaning “he who prospers”
80 Vinko Variant of Vincent, meaning “conquering”
81 Zdravko Slavic name meaning “healthy” or “strong”
82 Zlatko Slavic name meaning “golden”
83 Bruno Derived from the Germanic element “brun”, meaning “brown” or “armor”
84 Dario Derived from the Roman family name Darius, meaning “possessing goodness”
85 Dare Variant of Darius, meaning “possessing goodness”
86 Davorin Slavic name meaning “to become” or “to act”
87 Elvis Possibly derived from the Old English elements meaning “elf” and “wisdom”
88 Eugen Derived from the Greek name Eugenios, meaning “well-born” or “noble”
89 Fedja Short form of Fedor, meaning “gift of God”
90 Goran Slavic name meaning “mountain man” or “highlander”
91 Jernej Slovene form of Bartholomew, meaning “son of Talmai”
92 Klemen Slovene form of Clement, meaning “merciful” or “gentle”
93 Leon Derived from the Greek name Leon, meaning “lion”
94 Loris Variant of Laurence, meaning “from Laurentum”
95 Mate Short form of Matej, meaning “gift of God”
96 Nikolas Variant of Nicholas, meaning “victory of the people”
97 Ožbej Slovene form of Eusebius, meaning “pious” or “devout”
98 Radovan Derived from the Slavic elements meaning “joy” and “glad”
99 Renato Derived from the Latin name Renatus, meaning “born again”
100 Srečko Derived from the Slavic word meaning “fortunate” or “happy”
101 Štefan Slovene form of Stephen, meaning “crown” or “wreath”
102 Teodor Derived from the Greek name Theodoros, meaning “gift of God”
103 Valentin Derived from the Latin name Valentinus, meaning “strong” or “healthy”
104 Vanja Unisex name, possibly derived from Slavic elements meaning “peace” or “gracious”
105 Vekoslav Slavic name meaning “great glory” or “great fame”
106 Viktor Derived from the Latin name Victor, meaning “victor” or “conqueror”
107 Vladimir Slavic name meaning “ruler of the world”
108 Vojko Diminutive of Slavic names beginning with Vo-, meaning “war”
109 Zlatan Slavic name meaning “golden” or “golden-haired”
110 Željko Slavic name meaning “wish” or “desire”
111 Črt Short form of Črtomir, meaning “world of peace”
112 Dominik Derived from the Latin name Dominicus, meaning “belonging to the Lord”
113 Feliks Derived from the Latin name Felix, meaning “lucky” or “fortunate”
114 Herman Derived from the Germanic elements meaning “army” and “man”
115 Izak Slovene form of Isaac, meaning “he will laugh”
116 Krištof Slovene form of Christopher, meaning “Christ-bearer”
117 Lenart Slovene form of Leonard, meaning “brave lion”
118 Ljubo Slavic name meaning “love” or “dear”
119 Marinko Diminutive of Marin, meaning “of the sea”
120 Nikita Greek name meaning “victor”
121 Rado Short form of Radovan, meaning “joy” or “gladness”
122 Roland Derived from the Germanic elements meaning “fame” and “land”
123 Sergij Slovene form of Sergius, possibly meaning “servant”
124 Slavko Slavic name meaning “glorious” or “famous”
125 Stane Short form of Stanislav, meaning “to become glorious”
126 Tadevž Slovene form of Thaddeus, meaning “gift of God”
127 Tine Slovene form of Martin, meaning “warrior”
128 Tomaž Slovene form of Thomas, meaning “twin”
129 Tomi Short form of Tomaž, meaning “twin”
130 Tone Short form of Anton, meaning “priceless” or “invaluable”

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In conclusion,

As we conclude our journey through the realm of Slovenian boy names, we are reminded of the rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted traditions that shape the identity of Slovenia. From the timeless classics to the more contemporary choices, each name carries with it a story, a legacy, and a sense of pride. These names serve as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Slovenian people and their unwavering connection to their roots. Whether you’re drawn to the strength of “Luka,” the resilience of “Marko,” or the elegance of “Matej,” there is a name within this diverse collection that resonates with the beauty and essence of Slovenia. As we celebrate these names, we also celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Slovenian culture and the generations of families who continue to cherish and pass down these beloved names from father to son.

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