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Czech Names for Girls

Nameberry
By Nameberry
Updated Tue Jun 09 2020
Czech names for baby girls have a romantic Eastern European feel. Girls' names commonly used in the Czech Republic may be familiar as distinctively Czech variations of traditional female names used throughout Europe in different variations. You may be interested in Czech names due to your family background or perhaps you've enjoyed a visit to Prague and the lovely Czech countryside.

Here you can browse Nameberry's collection of Czech names for girls. 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. 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.
  2. 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
  3. 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 uh-MAH-lee-uh (English), a-MA-lya (Spanish), and ah-MA-lee-uh (German, Dutch), to list a few.
      amal meaning "vigorous, unceasing, work", and while it may not be quite so popular in the English speaking work as its sibling, it has been on the rise in the US since 2011, when it re-joined the Top 1000 after an 80 year absence. Given to 550 American babies in a recent year, it is considerably less popular than Amelia — 23 times less popular, in fact.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Bina

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Sabina and other -ina names, Yiddish or Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bee or understanding"

    • Description:

      Sources say that Bina, which is close to the word for bee in Yiddish, was once used as a translation for the Hebrew Deborah, which means bee. On its own, it also means "understanding" in Hebrew. Simple and sweet in itself, it could also be short for (or a nod to) many names including Sabina, Robina, Columbina, and Jacobina.
  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. 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.

  10. Marcela

    • Origin:

      Feminine form of Marcel, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "warlike"

    • Description:

      A feminine form of Marcel, ultimately from Marcellus and Marcus, Latin names celebrating the Roman God of war, Mars. This spelling is used in Poland, Czechia, Spain, Brazil, Uruguay, and Brazil in particular.
  11. Eliska

    • Origin:

      Czech from Hebrew, pet form of Elisheva

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Eliška is warm and friendly, in the Misha, Sasha mode.
  12. Krista

    • Origin:

      Czech variation of Christina

    • Description:

      Krista may be past its peak -- along with all similar C-starting sisters and their K variations -- yet it's still a pretty name.
  13. 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....
  14. 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.
  15. 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.
  16. 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.
  17. Mileva

    • Origin:

      Serbian; Macedonian

    • Meaning:

      "gracious, dear"

    • Description:

      Albert Einstein's first wife was Mileva Marić, a Serbian student and his classmate at the Zurich Polytechnic (her childhood nickname was Mitza.) With the newfound popularity of Mila, this obscure Old Slavic name may be discovered outside of its native land.
  18. Zofia

    • Origin:

      Czech, Polish, and Ukrainian variation of Sophia

    • Meaning:

      "wisdom"

    • Description:

      An international variation of Sophia that ranks in the Top 10 in Poland and the Top 1000 in England and Wales. Zosia is a charming diminutive.
  19. Danka

    • Description:

      Danka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in Poland, Slovakia, and other Eastern European countries. It often functions as a diminutive form of Daniela or Danuta, which derive from the Hebrew name Daniel, meaning "God is my judge." In Polish culture, Danka carries a warm, affectionate quality while maintaining its own distinct identity. The name has a melodic sound and friendly approachability, blending simplicity with cultural richness. Though not widely used outside Slavic countries, Danka represents a connection to Eastern European heritage. The name peaked in popularity in Poland during the mid-20th century but has become less common among younger generations, giving it a slightly vintage charm today.
  20. Anezka

    • Description:

      Anezka is the Czech form of Agnes, derived from the Greek name 'Hagne' meaning 'pure' or 'holy.' This feminine name has deep historical roots, particularly in Eastern European countries. Saint Agnes of Bohemia (also known as Saint Anezka) was a medieval Czech princess who devoted her life to charity and established the first Franciscan hospital in Prague, contributing to the name's cultural significance. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Anezka remains a cherished traditional name in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Its distinctive sound and spiritual associations make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name with both historical depth and unique character.