Gavrilo
“Gavrilo is a traditional Slavic name popular in several Balkan countries” — Associated with strength and divinity
Serbia origin · Boy name
#12980US 2022
5Births / yr
→Stable
Top 9.6%Percentile
What does Gavrilo mean and where does it come from?
Gavrilo is a traditional Slavic name popular in several Balkan countries. It is well-known due to historical figures such as Gavrilo Princip, who was involved in events leading to the outbreak of World War I. The name has religious significance and is often associated with strength and divinity.
Cultural significance
Gavrilo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Serbia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of slavic.
Peak popularity
Reached #12980 in 2022 — currently #12980 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Gavrilo?
Gavrilo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Gavrilo Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gavrilo Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gavrilo Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gavrilo Claire
French influence · crisp
Gavrilo Jane
Literary · strong
Gavrilo Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Gavrilo right now?
Stable — currently #12980 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Gavrilo 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 Gavrilo?
CATALAN
Biel
ENGLISH
GabbyGabe
HUNGARIAN
Gabi
ROMANIAN
Gabi
What names sound and feel like Gavrilo?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Gavrilo also consider these
How is Gavrilo written in other languages?
Jabril
ARABIC
Gabriel
BIBLICAL GREEK
Gavri'el
BIBLICAL HEBREW
Gabriel
BIBLICAL LATIN
Gabriel
BIBLICAL
Gavrail
BULGARIAN
Гаврило
Serbian
What are the girl versions of Gavrilo?
Gabriela BULGARIANGabriela CROATIANGabrijela CROATIANGabriela CZECHGabriëlle DUTCHBriella ENGLISHBrielle ENGLISHGabby ENGLISHGabriella ENGLISHGabrielle ENGLISHGabrielle FRENCHGabi GERMANGabriela GERMANGabriele GERMANGabi HUNGARIANGabriella HUNGARIANGabriella ITALIANGabrielė LITHUANIANGabriela POLISHGabriela PORTUGUESEGabi ROMANIANGabriela ROMANIANGavrila ROMANIANGavriila RUSSIANGabriela SLOVAKGabriela SPANISHGabriella SWEDISH
Common questions about the name Gavrilo
What does the name Gavrilo mean?
Gavrilo means "Slavic" — a name rooted in Serbia 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 Gavrilo?
Gavrilo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gavrilo?
Gavrilo originates from Serbia tradition. Serbia 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 Gavrilo?
Gavrilo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Serbia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Gavrilo a common or rare name?
Gavrilo is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
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