Bogumil

A Norse name with cultural significance
Norse origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1665US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Bogumil mean and where does it come from?

Bogumil is a name found across Norse cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Bogumil carries the heritage of Norse tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1665 in 2015 — currently #1665 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Bogumil?

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

Bogumil Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Bogumil Rose
Floral · soft ending
Bogumil Mae
Sweet · timeless
Bogumil Claire
French influence · crisp
Bogumil Jane
Literary · strong
Bogumil Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Bogumil right now?

Holding steady — currently #1665 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1665 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#166510stable
2022#166510stable
2021#166510stable
2020#166510stable
2019#166510
💎Bogumil 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 Bogumil?

BULGARIAN
MilanMilen
CROATIAN
MijoMilanMilenkoMiljenkoMiloš
CZECH
MilanMiloš
DUTCH
Milan

Famous people named Bogumil

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Bogumil (Norse skald or poet)
Bogumil immortalized this name in the Norse skaldic poetry tradition.
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Bogumil (Norse warrior)
Bogumil held this name in the warrior tradition of the Norsemen, symbolizing strength and courage.
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Bogumil (Scandinavian royal)
Bogumil bore this name across the Nordic kingdoms, spreading its use through royal lineages.
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Bogumil (Norse warrior)
Bogumil held this name in the warrior tradition of the Norsemen, symbolizing strength and courage.
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How is Bogumil written in other languages?

Богѹмил
Church Slavic

Common questions about the name Bogumil

What does the name Bogumil mean?
Bogumil means "A Norse name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Norse 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 Bogumil?
Bogumil 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 Bogumil?
Bogumil originates from Norse tradition. Norse 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 Bogumil?
Bogumil 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 Bogumil a common or rare name?
Bogumil is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.