Bogdan
Bogdan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Bogdan
- A male given name from the Slavic languages.
Etymology
From Proto-Slavic *Bogъdanъ, a calque of Ancient Greek Θεόδωρος (Theódōros, “Theodore”, literally “gift of God”).
How popular is Bogdan?
Since 1880, 779 boys in the U.S. have been named Bogdan. Its highest rank for boys was #2929 in 1968. In 2025, 34 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Bogdan FAQ
What does the name Bogdan mean?
A male given name from the Slavic languages. From Proto-Slavic *Bogъdanъ, a calque of Ancient Greek Θεόδωρος (Theódōros, “Theodore”, literally “gift of God”).
What is the origin of the name Bogdan?
Bogdan is listed as a name of Slavic origin.
How popular is the name Bogdan?
Since 1880, 779 boys in the U.S. have been named Bogdan. Its highest rank for boys was #2929 in 1968. In 2025, 34 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Bogdan a boy or girl name?
Bogdan is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 779 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.