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Czech Names

Brynn McKeon
By Brynn McKeon
Updated Mon Oct 30 2023
Czech Names

Czech names originate from the European region now known as the country Czech Republic or Czechia, and formerly Czechoslovakia.

Czech girl names include Milena, Zuzu, Eliska, and Viera. Czech boy names include Valentin, Evzen, Berno, nad Artis.

Browse all of our Czech baby names here, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

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  1. Andrea

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Andrew, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "strong and manly"

    • Description:

      Andrea — a feminine form of Andrew (and a male name in several European cultures) — comes with a good selection of pronunciations — ANN-dree-a, AHN-dree-a, or ahn-DRAY-a — each with a slightly different image: girl next door/slightly affected/downright mysterious
  2. Mara

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bitter"

    • Description:

      Mara is the evocative ancient root of Mary, appearing in the Book of Ruth, in which Naomi, devastated after the death of her two sons, says "Call me not Naomi, call me Mara." It's one of the girl names starting with M that both fits in and stands out.
  3. Milena

    • Origin:

      Czech; Slovak; Serbian; Croatian; Polish; Italian

    • Meaning:

      "love, warmth, grace"

    • Description:

      This popular name in various Slavic countries and in Italy holds considerable continental appeal. It is the full name of Ukranian-born actress Mila Kunis, noted for her award-winning role in the film Black Swan. Another actress bearing the name is Milena Govitch, of Law & Order.
  4. Amalia

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "work"

    • Description:

      Originally popularized in eighteenth century Europe due to the fame of Anna Amalia, a Duchess who was a great patron of the arts, Amalia is now a widely cross-cultural name, heard from Italy to Romania, Germany to Scandinavia. Popular in the Netherlands, Chile, France, and Puerto Rico, it can be pronounced as ah-MAH-lee-ah or ah-MAIL-ya or ah-mah-LEE-ah, to name a few options.
  5. Valentin

    • Origin:

      French, German, Russian, Czech, Scandinavian variation of Valentine

    • Meaning:

      "strength, health"

    • Description:

      Romantic name used throughout Europe, though sure to lead to pronunciation problems here. Though it's never been too widely used in the US, it's quite popular in Switzerland, France, Austria, and Romania.
  6. Zuzu

    • Origin:

      Czech diminutive of Susan

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      This sizzling nickname Zuzu is heard every Christmas as the name of Jimmy Stewart's little girl in "It's a Wonderful Life," but we love it all year round as a lively alternative to double names like Gigi and Bibi.

  7. Magdalena

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "from Magdala"

    • Description:

      Magdalena is a pretty name forever associated with the fallen-yet-redeemed Mary Magdalen; often heard in the Hispanic community. But forward thinking parents are reviving Magdalena along with Magdalene and the unrelated but similar-sounding Marguerite.
  8. Hana

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Hawaiian, Maori, Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "grace, work, glow, flower"

    • Description:

      Many things to many peoples: a flower name, also spelled Hanae, to the Japanese; a Czech and Polish short form of Johana; and an alternate form of the biblical name Hannah in the US. It also means "craft, work" in Hawaiian and "glow" in Maori.
  9. Alois

    • Origin:

      Variation of Aloysius, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "renowned warrior"

    • Description:

      Alois and Aloysius are variation of Louis. Alois ranked in the US Top 1000 until the 1930s, and still ranks in the Top 1000 in Germany. Last year in the US, only seven baby boys were named Alois.
  10. Eliska

    • Origin:

      Czech from Hebrew, pet form of Elisheva

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Eliška is warm and friendly, in the Misha, Sasha mode.
  11. Daniella

    • Origin:

      Italian, Polish, Czech, feminine variation of Daniel

    • Description:

      Daniella, Daniela, and Danielle were among the hottest names for twenty years, but now, though still popular, they can no longer be considered stylish options, lagging behind the newer Ella, Stella, Bella, Gabriella, and Isabella.
  12. Verona

    • Origin:

      Italian place-name

    • Description:

      Verona is a scenic place-name with the added attraction of a Shakespearean connection, as in Two Gentlemen of....
  13. Jana

    • Origin:

      International feminine variation of Jan

    • Description:

      A sweet name with many cross-cultural ties: it's an equivalent of Jane in languages including Czech, Slovak, Dutch, German, Slovene, Catalan, Estonian, and Latvian.
  14. Katarina

    • Origin:

      Slovak; Swedish; Serbian; Croatian; Slovenian, variation of Katherine

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      The Russian version of Katherine is usually Ekaterina, but this form is used throughout Eastern Europe and may be more friendly to the American ear.
  15. Marek

    • Origin:

      Russian, Polish, Czech, Slovak variation of Mark, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "warlike"

    • Description:

      A wearable update to the New Testament classic.
  16. Albin

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "white"

    • Description:

      Albin is a modern form of the ancient Roman Albinus or Albus, meaning white or bright. There was a Saint Albinus who was also known as Aubin. In the contemporary world, Albin is popular in Sweden and ripe for export as a simple, unusual name with deep history.
  17. Viera

    • Origin:

      Slovak; Russian variation of Vera

    • Meaning:

      "truth"

    • Description:

      With the rise of both international names and those that start with the letter V, this sharp alternative to Vera may become more familiar in the English-speaking world.
  18. Duska

    • Origin:

      English; Czech

    • Meaning:

      "twilight; soul"

    • Description:

      This name has two origins: the English word Dusk, meaning evening twilight and the Czech name for girls Duška meaning "soul or spirit". Either way, this is an interesting name with some potential.
  19. Dita

    • Description:

      Dita is a feminine name with multicultural origins and appeal. In various contexts, it serves as a diminutive of names like Judita (Czech version of Judith), Edita, or Afrodita (Greek goddess Aphrodite). The name is especially popular in Latvia, where it stands as an independent name, as well as in parts of Eastern Europe and Indonesia. Dita carries an air of vintage sophistication and international flair, perhaps enhanced by figures like burlesque performer Dita Von Teese (born Heather Sweet), who adopted the name professionally. Short and distinctive, the name balances simplicity with elegance. Despite its brevity, Dita packs cultural richness and timeless appeal, making it an increasingly attractive option for parents seeking something concise yet meaningful.

  20. Karol

    • Description:

      Karol is traditionally a masculine name in many Slavic countries, though it can be used for both genders in different cultures. It's the Eastern European equivalent of Charles, derived from Germanic origins meaning 'free man' or 'manly.' In Poland, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, Karol is a common male name, while English speakers might perceive it as a feminine variant of Carol. The name gained international recognition when Karol Józef Wojtyła became Pope John Paul II. Karol has a strong, straightforward quality with its two distinct syllables and firm ending. Its cross-cultural versatility makes it appealing to parents with Slavic heritage or those seeking a name that works in multiple languages.