57 Czech Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Czech boy names embody a sense of heritage and identity and carry meanings that reflect virtues and religious beliefs. The selection of Czech names, called jména, comprises personal and family names. Czech personal names tend to have their roots in the Slavic language and are often related to nature, animals, mythology, or qualities like strength or courage which parents prefer for boys to have. These appreciate the people’s ethnicity, ancestry, and the natural world. Personal names also draw inspiration from Christian saints, biblical figures, or the Roman Catholic calendar of saints. They symbolize qualities such as piety, humility, and devotion. The naming ceremony, called ‘jmeniny,’ is celebrated on the date corresponding to their own given name.

In this ceremony, the child is officially introduced to the community with their chosen name, and the blessings of the elders are obtained. Family names in Czech culture are drawn from ancestral names held by grandparents, parents, or other relatives. This practice not only honors the family’s history but also maintains a strong sense of continuity across generations. These names often reflect occupations or local origins. In addition, the Czech also add suffixes to their family names depending on whether it belongs to a male or female. In the case of feminine use, the suffix -ová is added to the masculine family name.

However, if the family name ends in -ý, the suffix -á is added. In modern times, Czech naming practices have evolved with changing social trends. While traditional names still hold their charm, modern Czech parents are increasingly open to international names or creative variations. This shift is reflected by the influence of Germanic, Greek, and Nordic cultures on their names. The following names hold deep significance and diverse cultural associations from ancient tradition to modern diversities. Do take a look at our list and choose what you like best for your little Czech prince.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Adam		Boy	Son of the Earth
Filip		Boy	A horse lover
Jakub		Boy	Holder of the heel; Supplanter; May God protect
Jan		Boy	God is gracious
Lukas		Boy	Illumination; Light
Matej		Boy	God's gift
Matyas		Boy	A gift from the God
Ondrej		Boy	Human warrior or a mannish soldier
Tomas		Boy	The twin
Vojtech		Boy	Eager war
Ales		Boy	Nobly famous; Defender of men; A variant name of Albert and Alexander
Andrej		Boy	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility; A variant of name Andreas
Anna		Boy	Grace; Favor
Antek		Boy	Priceless, Inestimable; A variant of name is Anthony
Antonin		Boy	Priceless; Inestimable; A variant of name is Anthony
Arno		Boy	Eagle
Artis		Boy	Stone; Bear; Thor; The Eagle; A variant of Arthur
Bogumir		Boy	Derived from the elements bogu which means God and meru, which means great
Bohdan		Boy	He who is god-given
Bohdanko		Boy	God's gift
Bohumil		Boy	He who is dear to the God
Bohuslav		Boy	The God's glory
Boleslav		Boy	One who has the greater glory
Brencis		Boy	Crown
Cestmir		Boy	A strong fortress
Cyril		Boy	Lord
Dal		Boy	The blind one
Damik		Boy	One who is from Earth
Dobromir		Boy	Good Fame; one who keeps prestige and peace
Dobroslav		Boy	Good glory
Dusa		Boy	A spirit; Creative beings
Frantisek		Boy	A free individual
Hasya		Boy	Joy
Jezek		Boy	Tiny nocturnal mammal
Juro		Boy	Farmer; Earth worker
Kafka		Unisex	Jackdaw; A small, crow-like bird
Kalal		Boy	Woodcutter
Kazimir		Boy	Destroyer of peace
Kolar		Boy	Occupational name derived from the Slavic kolar meaning cartwright; Wheelwright
Kriz		Boy	Strong or conqueror
Lojza		Boy	Warrior of big fame
Lubomir		Boy	Lover of the peace
Marha		Unisex	Cloud
Marick		Unisex	Warlike
Medard		Boy	Good; Brave; Hardy; A variant of Medardo
Mikolas		Boy	Victory of the people
Oldrich		Boy	One who is pleasing in appearance specially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion
Otik		Boy	A rich and wealthy individual
Otokars		Boy	A wealthy and rich individual
Pepa		Unisex	God will add; Increase
Pistol		Unisex	A handheld device for shooting bullets, used for self-defense, hunting, or sport
Praha		Unisex	Threshold; Doorstep
Radek		Boy	One who is happy
Siman		Boy	One who is perceived
Tibor		Boy	He who comes from Tivoli
Wenzel		Unisex	ruler of the homeland or crown
Ziska		Unisex	Free

Infographic: Elegant Czech Names For Boys

Czech baby names often come from Czech and Slavic roots due to their united religious legacy. Czech naming conventions also include German history, mythology, nature, and spirituality while adapting to modern influences. Uncover the identity, heritage, and aspirations that go into Czech baby boy names with the following infographic. You can also save it for later use.

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