223 Romanian Baby Names With Meanings

Romanian Baby Names With Meanings

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In the second century, Dacia, known as Romania today, became a Roman province. This change led to the evolution of the Romanian language, a mix of Latin and native tongues that gave rise to many Romanian baby names. The Germans, Bulgarians, and Slavic also left their mark on the Romanian language after they attempted invasion. These events resulted in a rich legacy of language, reflected in the different cultural groups. Just like the language, even Romanian names have a variety of origins – Slavic, Latin, German, Greek, Hungarian, and names of neighboring countries. Romanian baby names offer an intriguing fusion of Eastern European tradition and contemporary originality. They are steeped in history and rich in cultural significance. Owing to the historical connection with the Roman era, many of the nation's naming practices draw inspiration from Latin roots, historic Romanian mythology, Christian beliefs, and Slavic traditions. Since Romania has a massive population of Catholics, some names are an inspiration from Bible, saints, and historical figures. A Romanian name consists of a given name and a surname. The baby's parents usually choose the given name or names. For more than one given name, the first is usually used by the family members, and the second is used solely on official documents. A Romanian baby boy's name ends in a consonant or vowel except for 'a.' And the female baby names end mostly in 'a.' Although it is not customary to have a middle name, two given names may occasionally be used. A grandparent's name is preferred in some rural areas to preserve the lineage. Romanian family names traditionally use patronymic rules and the suffixes -escu and -eanu. The son of Petre, for instance, might get the last name Petrescu (son of Petre) (1). Given below is an exhaustive collection of Romanian baby names with their meanings, trendy in Romania and other parts of the world.

NameGenderMeaning
heart image Viorica heart image baby boy sign Girl Romanian form of the name Friederike; Tranquil leader
heart image Virgiliu heart image baby boy sign Boy Romanian form of Virgilius; Flourishing
heart image Virginia heart image baby boy sign Girl A virgin
heart image Viviana heart image baby boy sign Girl One who is lively
heart image Vlad heart image baby boy sign Boy Rule
heart image Voctorita heart image baby boy sign Girl Victory; Romanian variant of Victoria
heart image Wadim heart image baby boy sign Boy Romanian form of Vadim; Knowing one
heart image Waleis heart image baby boy sign Girl One belonging from Wales
heart image Wanetta heart image baby boy sign Girl A pale and fair woman
heart image Willa heart image baby boy sign Girl Resolute protection
heart image Withypoll heart image baby boy sign Girl The twig head
heart image Wodeleah heart image baby boy sign Unisex One from the wooded meadow
heart image Yedda heart image baby boy sign Girl A woman with a beautiful voice
heart image Yessenia heart image baby boy sign Girl Palm tree
heart image Yetta heart image baby boy sign Girl A generous woman
heart image Ylenia heart image baby boy sign Girl Light
heart image Zabrina heart image baby boy sign Girl A form of Sabrina, meaning princess
heart image Zaharia heart image baby boy sign Boy Moon
heart image Zandra heart image baby boy sign Girl A variant of Alizandra, meaning defender of humankind
heart image Zelma heart image baby boy sign Girl Protected by God
heart image Zenobia heart image baby boy sign Girl Force of Jews
heart image Zenovia heart image baby boy sign Girl Life of Zeus
heart image Zerenity heart image baby boy sign Girl Calm
heart image Zina heart image baby boy sign Girl A welcoming and hospitable woman

Romanian baby names highlight elements from Latin, Greek, German, Hungarian, and Slavic origins, reflecting the rich fabric of Romanian history. Romanian names often represent mythological inference, ancestry, lineage, and aspirational goals, which are significant to a person's sense of self and family relationships. While religious and historical personalities inspire some names, others reflect the deep ancestral family ties surrounding them.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a typical Romanian name?

A typical Romanian name is influenced not only by the Latin origins of the country but also by the influences from the Slavic, Hungarian, and Turkish culture. Some typical Romanian names are Alexandru (meaning ‘defending men’), Adrian (meaning ‘from Hadria’), Maria (meaning ‘beloved’), and Gabriela (meaning ‘God is my strong man’).

2. What is the Romanian name for Lily?

Names like Crina, Lăcrămioara, Lillian, Liliana, and Liana are some names that mean lily in Romanian. They are as lovely and enchanting as the flower.

3. What is a common Romanian gypsy name?

The Roma people of Romania are called Gypsies' and as such, these names should be treated with respect and sensitivity (2). Some of the common gypsy names are Ionuț (Yahweh is gracious), Marian (male), Vasile (king), Elena (torch), Ana (favor, grace), and Daniela (God is my judge).

4. Which names mean angel in Romanian?

Names like Angela, Angelica, and Anghel mean ‘angel’ in Romanian. These are derived from the Romanian word for angel, înger. Other names like Gabriela and Mihaela are also Romanian names that are derived from the names of angels in the Bible.

5. Which Romanian names mean brave?

Romanian baby names like Amalia, derived from the element amal meaning ‘brave;’ Decebal, a Dacian name meaning ‘powerful and brave;’ and Leonard, meaning ‘brave lion’ are some examples of names meaning brave.

6. Are there any traditional Romanian baby names with strong meanings?

Some traditional Romanian baby names are Vlad meaning ‘rule’ or ‘glory,’ Ștefan meaning ‘crown’ or ‘wreath,’ Adriana meaning ‘from Hadria,’ and Irina meaning ‘peace.’ These names are timeless and considered to be modern classics.

Infographic: Remarkable Romanian Baby Names With Meanings

Romanian baby names have historical and cultural ties with Latin, Greek, German, Hungarian, and Slavic traditions. These names also represent historical mythology, Christian beliefs, and familial ancestry. Romanian names serve as personal identification tools and symbols of the nation's rich historical and cultural heritage. Continue reading the infographic to sample a few Romanian baby names and their meanings.

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References

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  1. Romanian Culture.
    https://culturalatlas.sbs.com.au/romanian-culture/romanian-culture-naming
  2. The Social Situation.
    https://books.openedition.org/ceup/1555?lang=en#tocfrom1n1
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