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Hungarian Names for Boys

Hungarian names for boys can look intimidating, with lots of consonants, including plenty of the letter "Z." But Hungarian names for boys include some real winners, like Ervin and Laszlo, that could be on any parent's shortlist. Many Hungarian boys' names still feel very unusual, but you can rest assured knowing that they have deep cultural roots.

Here are some of our favorite Hungarian names for boys. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.
  1. LaszloHeart
    • Origin:

      Hungarian
    • Meaning:

      "glorious ruler"
    • Description:

      The Hungarian classic Laszlo, with its zippy 'z' middle and energetic 'o' ending, has become something of a hipster option, beginning to be considered by cutting-edge parents.
  2. EmberHeart
    • HenrikHeart
      • Origin:

        Danish and Hungarian variation of Henry
      • Description:

        The long history and solid usage of Henry has infiltrated other cultures, where a number of variations experience the same degree of popularity. In the US, Henrik first entered the Top 1000 in 2014. In Norway, Henrik is a mega popular choice.
    • BodiHeart
      • Origin:

        Hungarian
      • Meaning:

        "God protect the king"
      • Description:

        An affectionate-seeming name from a Slavic culture.
    • AdrienHeart
      • Origin:

        Spelling variation of Adrian
      • Description:

        This spelling variation of the much more popular Adrian entered reentered the Social Security list after an over 100 year absence in 1999. The -en ending makes it sound like the feminine Adrienne. We suggest sticking with the all A Adrian for your little boy.
    • AttilaHeart
      • Origin:

        Hungarian
      • Meaning:

        "little father"
      • Description:

        Stun-gunned by the fifth-century Hun, though still well-used in contemporary Hungary and Turkey. Some sources also suggest Turkish origins for the name.
    • ZoltanHeart
      • Origin:

        Hungarian
      • Meaning:

        "sultan"
      • Description:

        Though a common name in Hungary, the relatively rare Z sound is striking to English speakers. Penn Gillette used the Zolten spelling for his son; it was also the name of Dracula's dog, and was also a robotic character in Dude, Where's My Car?.
    • ImreHeart
      • Origin:

        Hungarian, from German
      • Meaning:

        "strength"
      • Description:

        Commonly heard in its native country, and might get a boost here too, now that Alanis Morrissette has used it for her son Ever's middle name.
    • SamiHeart
      • Origin:

        Diminutive of Samuel, and Arabic
      • Meaning:

        "exalted"
      • Description:

        Soundalike cousin of Sammy, cute but slight on its own.
    • DamekHeart
      • Origin:

        Slavic variation of Adam
      • Meaning:

        "son of the red earth"
      • Description:

        Damek, which you might think of as Adam with a Slavic accent, considerably freshens up the original.
    • GasparHeart
      • Origin:

        Spanish variation of Casper
      • Description:

        The name of one of the Three Wise Men from the East is heard in several European countries, but rarely here.
    • SamuHeart
      • Origin:

        Finnish, Spanish, and Hungarian diminutive of Samuel, Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "told by God"
      • Description:

        A multicultural nickname for Samuel. The Spanish and Finnish variation is pronounced SAH-moo, while the Hungarian version is SHAW-moo.
    • AndorHeart
      • Origin:

        Norse
      • Meaning:

        "manly"
      • Description:

        Unusual but accessible multi-cultural choice. In Greek culture, one of many variations of Andreas, including Androu and Ander.
    • ErvinHeart
      • Origin:

        Scottish variation of Irving; Hungarian variation of Erwin
      • Description:

        An old-school great-grandpa name, like Irving and Ernest, that may just be ready for revival. It's also a well-known name in Hungary and elsewhere in central and eastern Europe. As a surname, it's associated with jazz sax player Booker Ervin.
    • KariHeart
      • Origin:

        Norse
      • Meaning:

        "curly hair"
      • Description:

        In Norse mythology, the son of the giant who ruled the wind and air; in modern America, recalls a 1970s girl's nickname name, à la Carrie and Keri.
    • ManoHeart
      • Origin:

        Italian
      • Meaning:

        "hand"
      • Description:

        A nickname that sounds like a nickname.
    • BálintHeart
      • Origin:

        Hungarian from Latin
      • Meaning:

        "strong, healthy"
      • Description:

        Hungarian form of Valentine.
    • FerencHeart
      • Origin:

        Hungarian form of Francis
      • Meaning:

        "Frenchman or free man"
      • Description:

        Ferenc is well used in Hungary, where it has the intriguing nickname Ferko, it has been associated with the playwright Molnar.
    • RudiHeart
      • IstvanHeart
        • Origin:

          Hungarian
        • Meaning:

          "crown, wreath"
        • Description:

          Hungarian form of Stephen, and the name of the first king and patron saint of Hungary.