223 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 Aerian Unisex Baby Sign Unisex Elevated; Airy; Ethereal
heart image Agrapina Baby Girl Sign Girl A girl who is born feet first
heart image Agripina Baby Girl Sign Girl A variant of Agrapina; One who is born feet first
heart image Alexandra Baby Girl Sign Girl Defender of mankind
heart image Alexandreina Baby Girl Sign Girl Variant of Alexandra; Man's defender
heart image Alexandru Baby Boy Sign Boy Defender of men
heart image Ana Baby Girl Sign Girl Favor; Grace; Merciful
heart image Anatolie Baby Boy Sign Boy One from the east
heart image Andrada Baby Girl Sign Girl Romanian version of Andrea; Man
heart image Andreea Baby Girl Sign Girl Male; Manly; Brave; Virility; Defender of men; A variant of Andrea
heart image Andrei Baby Boy Sign Boy Courageous; Enduring
heart image Angelika Baby Girl Sign Girl Like an angel
heart image Anghel Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Angel, Angel
heart image Anicuta Baby Girl Sign Girl A variant of Ana; God is gracious
heart image Antanasia Baby Girl Sign Girl One who will be reborn; Immortal
heart image Antonia Baby Girl Sign Girl Beautiful; Priceless; Praiseworthy
heart image Arsenie Baby Girl Sign Girl A variation of Arsenia; Virile
heart image Atanase Baby Boy Sign Boy Immortal
heart image Avram Baby Boy Sign Boy Father of multitude; High father; Derivative of the name Abraham
heart image Benedikte Baby Boy Sign Boy A variant of Benedict; Blessed
heart image Benedikto Baby Boy Sign Boy A variant of Benedict; Blessed
heart image Bogdi Baby Boy Sign Boy Given by God; A derivative of Bogdan
heart image Boian Baby Boy Sign Boy One who is soldier or a warrior.
heart image Byni Baby Girl Sign Girl Sabine
heart image Catina Baby Girl Sign Girl Pure; Far off
heart image Caturix Baby Boy Sign Boy The Helveti war God
heart image Cici Baby Girl Sign Girl Blind
heart image Cipriana Baby Girl Sign Girl A woman from Cyprus.
heart image Codrin Baby Boy Sign Boy Of the forest
heart image Corneliu Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Cornelius meaning horn
heart image Costache Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Constanti, meaning constant, steadfast
heart image Crina Baby Girl Sign Girl Lily flower
heart image Cristian Baby Boy Sign Boy Christian; Followers of Christ
heart image Cristofor Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Christopher, meaning follower of Christ.
heart image Daciana Baby Girl Sign Girl Full of strength
heart image Daliana Baby Girl Sign Girl God has drawn
heart image Danut Baby Boy Sign Boy Beloved
heart image Daria Baby Girl Sign Girl To possess
heart image Darius Baby Boy Sign Boy Possessing goodness
heart image David Baby Boy Sign Boy Beloved
heart image Decebal Baby Boy Sign Boy One who is strong and powerful
heart image Dela Baby Boy Sign Boy Manly and brave
heart image DeLorean Baby Girl Sign Girl DeLorean represents the transferred use of the surname as a given name
heart image Delorian Baby Girl Sign Girl A variant of Delorean; From the laurels
heart image Denis Baby Boy Sign Boy Follower of Dionysius
heart image Dinu Baby Boy Sign Boy A variant of Dionisie; The Greek god of wine
heart image Dionisie Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Dionysus; The Greek God of wine
heart image Dol Baby Girl Sign Girl A variant of Dorothy; Gift of God
heart image Dorin Baby Boy Sign Boy An individual who is determined yet tender-hearted
heart image Dorotthea Baby Girl Sign Girl A spelling variation of Dorothea; Gift of God
heart image Dracul Baby Boy Sign Boy The dragon; Someone evil
heart image Dracula Baby Boy Sign Boy Son of the dragon/devil
heart image Dumitra Baby Girl Sign Girl From Demeter
heart image Dumitru Baby Boy Sign Boy A silversmith; in a creative field
heart image Elena Baby Girl Sign Girl Bright one
heart image Elenuta Baby Girl Sign Girl Elenuta is a variant of Helen; Shining or bright one
heart image Elisabeta Baby Girl Sign Girl One who is a master of a gorgeous personality
heart image Enrieta Baby Girl Sign Girl State ruler; A variant of Henrietta
heart image Ferka Baby Boy Sign Boy Frenchman or French
heart image Fiora Baby Boy Sign Boy A blossomed flower; Roman Goddess of Spring
heart image Fisseha Baby Girl Sign Girl Blissfulness; Mirthful joy
heart image Fitrat Baby Girl Sign Girl The inherent temparament and basic nature of a person
heart image Flaviu Baby Boy Sign Boy Golden; Yellow-haired
heart image Florin Baby Boy Sign Boy Diminutive of Latin Fiore, Flower
heart image Francise Baby Girl Sign Girl Free man
heart image Gabriel Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my strength
heart image Gabriela Unisex Baby Sign Unisex God is my strength
heart image Garridan Baby Boy Sign Boy The one who keeps secrets within himself
heart image Geofri Baby Boy Sign Boy Peaceful ruler
heart image Georgeta Baby Girl Sign Girl Refers to grower or rancher
heart image Ghenadie Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Gennadias; Noble; Generous
heart image Gheorghe Baby Boy Sign Boy Occupational name; Farmer
heart image Godoired Baby Boy Sign Boy God's peaceful ruler; A variant of Godfrey
heart image Grigore Baby Boy Sign Boy Watchful or alert
heart image Haralamb Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Charalampos; To shine from happiness
heart image Horatiu Baby Boy Sign Boy Hour, time or season
heart image Horea Baby Boy Sign Boy A type of circle dance
heart image Iana Baby Girl Sign Girl God is gracious
heart image Iancu Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of John; Yahweh is gracious
heart image Ihrin Baby Girl Sign Girl Peace
heart image Ilei Baby Boy Sign Boy My God is Yahweh
heart image Ilinca Baby Girl Sign Girl Feminine form of Romanian Ilie; The Lord is my God
heart image Imanuela Baby Girl Sign Girl God is among us
heart image Ioana Baby Girl Sign Girl God Is gracious
heart image Iolanda Baby Girl Sign Girl Romanian form of Yolanda; Violet
heart image Ion Baby Boy Sign Boy A variant of Ioanenes; God is gracious
heart image Ionatan Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Yownathan; God has given
heart image Ionel Baby Boy Sign Boy Pet form of the name Ioan; God is gracious
heart image Ionut Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of John; God Is gracious
heart image Iorghu Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Georgios, Earth-worker; Farmer
heart image Iosif Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Joseph; God shall add another son
heart image Iosua Baby Boy Sign Boy A variant form of Joshua; Yahweh is salvation
heart image Irini Baby Girl Sign Girl A variant of Irene; Peaceful
heart image Iudita Baby Girl Sign Girl A derivative of Judith; Woman from Judea
heart image Iulia Baby Girl Sign Girl Young or youthful
heart image Iulian Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian version of Julian; Youthful
heart image Iuliana Baby Girl Sign Girl Youthful; Dedicated to Jupiter
heart image Iuliu Baby Boy Sign Boy Romanian form of Julianus; Descended from Jupiter
heart image Ivantie Baby Boy Sign Boy A glorious gift
heart image Izabela Baby Girl Sign Girl My God is an oath
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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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