Pretty Hungarian names!!

  1. Simon
    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Greek
    • Meaning:

      "he has heard; flat-nosed"
    • Description:

      Simon is pure and simple (not in the nursery rhyme sense), and an appealingly genuine Old and New Testament name that's not overused. These factors make Simon a stylish yet classic choice.
  2. Petra
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "rock, stone"
    • Description:

      A strong Greek name with pan-European charm, Petra is a relatively recent feminization of Peter, though it relates back to an incredible ancient city in Jordan that was rediscovered in the early nineteenth century.
  3. Johanna
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"
    • Description:

      Johanna is the version of this name used in Holland, Germany, and Scandinavia. The extra h makes Johanna a slightly more dignified version of Joanna.
  4. Vince
    • Origin:

      Short form of Vincent, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "conquering"
    • Description:

      Vince is not a short form that often stands alone on the birth certificate, the way Jack or even Joe does, but it has certain credibility as the name always used for football great Vince Lombardi. And as a diminutive for Vincent, it's a far sight better than Vinnie or Vinny or even Vin.
  5. Olivér
    • Origin:

      Hungarian variation of Oliver, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "olive tree"
  6. Attila
    • Origin:

      Hungarian
    • Meaning:

      "little father"
    • Description:

      English speaking countries may only associate this with the fifth-century Hun, but the name is still well-used in contemporary Hungary, Azerbaijan, and Turkey.
  7. Károly
    • Description:

      Károly is the Hungarian form of the name Charles, derived from Germanic origins meaning 'free man' or 'manly.' Common in Hungary and among Hungarian communities worldwide, the name has strong historical associations, including multiple Hungarian kings and notable figures bearing this name. The most famous was perhaps Emperor Charles I of Austria, who ruled as King Károly IV of Hungary. The name maintains moderate popularity in Hungary, where traditional names continue to be valued. Károly has a distinctive sound with its characteristic Hungarian pronunciation and accent placement, making it both recognizably European yet distinctly Magyar in character.
  8. Flóra
    • Origin:

      Hungarian variation of Flora, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "flower"
  9. Bálint
    • Origin:

      Hungarian from Latin
    • Meaning:

      "strong, healthy"
    • Description:

      Hungarian form of Valentine.
  10. Mátyás
    • Origin:

      Hungarian, from Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"
    • Description:

      The Hungarian form of Matthew.
  11. Ákos
    • Origin:

      Hungarian from Turkish
    • Meaning:

      "white eagle"
  12. Vilmos
    • Description:

      Vilmos is the Hungarian form of the name William, which has Germanic origins meaning 'resolute protector' or 'determined guardian.' Popular in Hungary and among Hungarian communities worldwide, Vilmos carries the strength and dignity of its more widely-known counterpart while maintaining a distinctive cultural identity. The name has historical significance in Hungary, with several notable bearers including Hungarian photographers, scientists, and nobility. Though less common internationally, Vilmos offers a rich European heritage and commands respect with its strong consonant sounds and appealing rhythm. For those with Hungarian ancestry or those seeking a distinguished European name with character, Vilmos provides cultural depth and sophistication.
  13. Mihály
    • Origin:

      Hungarian form of Michael, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "who is like God?"
    • Description:

      A mix of gentle and sharp sounds, Mihály is a Hungarian variation of the Biblical Michael. It has been a steady favorite in its native Hungary and currently ranks in the Top 100. Diminutive forms include Miksa and Misi.
  14. Zoltán
    • Origin:

      Hungarian, Slovak
    • 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?.
  15. Panna
    • Origin:

      Hungarian variation of Anna; Hindi
    • Meaning:

      "grace; emerald, leaf"
    • Description:

      Panna is a name with many allusions — in addition to being a Hungarian variant of Anna (PAWN-naw) and a Hindi gemstone name (PAHN-nah), it is also a serene and sacred city in India and the Italian word for cream (PA-nuh). Panna might make a fresh alternative to Anna or Hannah.
  16. Alíz
    • Origin:

      Hungarian variation of Alice, German
    • Meaning:

      "noble"
    • Description:

      Alíz is a Top 50 name in Hungary and puts a zippy spin, thanks to that final Z, on the classic Alice. Its similarity to names such as Elise may cause some confusion, but its simplicity makes it a winner.
  17. Emese
    • Origin:

      Hungarian
    • Meaning:

      "mother"
    • Description:

      A Hungarian name rarely heard outside its native culture, Emese appears as the legendary grandmother of Árpád, the founder of the Hungarian state. It featured in the Hungarian Top 100 from when the records began in the 2000s, right up until 2022.
  18. Sándor
    • Origin:

      Hungarian, variant of Alexander
    • Meaning:

      "defending men"
    • Description:

      Despite a possible pronunciation problem, a pleasant, unusual choice. Sandor Clegane (nicknamed The Hound) is a major character on Game of Thrones.
  19. Letícia
    • Origin:

      Portuguese variation of Letitia, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "joy, gladness"
    • Description:

      Portuguese variation of Letitia.
  20. Zsolt
    • Origin:

      Hungarian
    • Meaning:

      "sultan"
    • Description:

      The predecessor to Zoltan.

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