Bogdan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Bogdan has Slavic origins and means 'God-given'. It evolved from its Slavic roots and has variants such as Bohdan. The name is historically significant in Eastern Europe and carries positive traits associated with divine blessing. There is no biblical significance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Bogdan"
Pronunciation
/ˈbɔɡdæn/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Bogdan is derived from the Slavic elements 'Bog', meaning 'God', and 'dan', meaning 'given'. Thus, it translates to 'given by God' or 'God-given'.
Meaning
God-given
Language Evolution
Bogdan, Bohdan
Historical Usage
Bogdan has been a popular name in Slavic countries for centuries, particularly in Ukraine, Poland, and Russia. Its usage gained prominence during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Bohdan, Bodhan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Bogdan is viewed positively, often associated with strength and divine blessing. It remains a common name in Eastern European countries.
Famous People
Bogdan I of Moldavia, Bogdan Pătru, Bogdan Bogdanović
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✨ Bogdan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 37 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Bogdan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Bogdan"
"Bogdan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5353rd of 7552 | 26 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8116th of 16616 | 56 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4907th of 24088 | 269 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3714th of 23106 | 350 |
Regional Popularity of "Bogdan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
48.32% 3606th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
51.23% 2041st/3984 |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
50.32% 3158th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Bogdan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Bogdan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Bogdan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Bogdan" in the United States
The name Bogdan is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Bogdan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Bogdan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5353rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8116th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4907th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3714th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Bogdan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.