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Croatian names carry a rich cultural heritage and distinct phonetic character that makes them both memorable and meaningful.

Quick facts: Croatian names

  • Croatian names have a distinct phonetic and cultural identity
  • Many names of this origin appear in multiple Western name traditions
  • The meaning embedded in these names often reflects the culture’s core values
  • These names tend to age well — remaining readable across generations

Croatian Girl Names

21 girl names of Croatian origin — showing top 21

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Croatian
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Croatian
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Slavic
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graceful, beloved — from Ana
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Derived from the word meaning 'to be ablaze' or 'radiant'.
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Little something, cute.
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of the Lord
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to give
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brave, strong — from Hrvoje
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light
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little lady
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gift of God
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beloved
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the bright one
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a variation of Margaret meaning 'pearl'
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Slavic
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defender of mankind
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twin
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One who is pure
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Diminutive form, meaning 'little girl' could also mean 'small'
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Green

Croatian Boy Names

32 boy names of Croatian origin — showing top 32

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before
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defender of mankind — from Aloysius
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priceless, invaluable — from Anton
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Slavic
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strong, brave
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he who is born
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son of Bartolomeo
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little flower
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awakening
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The one who is brave
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To battle
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Dark, rich
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precious, dear
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a person from a hill
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farmer, earthworker
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vigilant, watchful — from Gregor
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vigilant, watchful — from Gregor
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brave, courageous
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Slavic
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Supplanter
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God will uplift
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He will add, God will increase
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supplanter — from Jacob
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Free man.
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follower of Christ
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wolf
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Slavic
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warlike
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Slavic
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derived from 'rok' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'
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to hold the glory
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God's will; will of God

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Croatian Unisex Names

4 gender-neutral names of Croatian origin — showing top 4

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flower — from Cvijet
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gift from God
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little duke
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free man — from Franjo