Božana

divine, godly — from Božena
Slavic origin · Girl name
3% boys97% girls
#1704US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile

What does Božana mean and where does it come from?

Božana is derived from the Slavic root 'bož', meaning 'god'. It is a feminine form of the name Božo, which is related to divinity.

Cultural significance
The name is commonly used in Slavic countries, particularly among speakers of Czech, Slovak, and Croatian languages. It reflects a connection to religious and cultural traditions.
Peak popularity
Reached #1704 in 2015 — currently #1704 in the US.
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How else can you spell Božana?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Božana?

Božana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Božana Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Božana Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Božana Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Božana Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Božana Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
Božana Dream
One syllable · vintage charm
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How popular is Božana right now?

Holding steady — currently #1704 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1704 · Top 1.3%
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💎Božana is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Božana?

Common
BožBožieBožyAna

Famous people named Božana

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Božana Vujinović
A Serbian politician known for her work in local government.
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Common questions about the name Božana

What does the name Božana mean?
Božana means "divine, godly — from Božena" — a name rooted in Slavic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Božana?
Božana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Božana?
Božana originates from Slavic tradition. Slavic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Božana?
Božana pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Norse heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Božana more of a girl or boy name?
Božana is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.