Goran Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

PronunciationGOH-rahn / ˈɡɔːrən

Slavic; Croatian; Serbian

Meaning

Slavic: 'mountain man'; Croatian: 'hero'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Goran is of Slavic origin and is commonly used in Croatia and Serbia. It is derived from the word 'gora,' meaning 'mountain.' The name has been popular in various Slavic cultures and often symbolizes strength and resilience. Goran is also associated with nature and the outdoors.

Trend Summary

The name Goran has seen fluctuating popularity in the US, with a notable presence among Slavic communities.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Gorán
  • Gorjan

International Variants

  • Goran (Croatian)
  • Goran (Serbian)

Famous people named Goran

Goran Ivanišević is a retired Croatian tennis player, known for winning Wimbledon in 2001.

Goran Bregović is a Bosnian musician and composer, famous for his work in film scores and traditional Balkan music.

Goran Pandev is a Macedonian professional footballer, recognized for his contributions to clubs in Italy and the Macedonian national team.

Goran Svilanović is a Serbian politician, known for his role in promoting regional cooperation in the Balkans.

Fictional characters named Goran

Goran is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt,' serving as a minor NPC.

Goran is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Chuck & Friends,' known for his adventurous spirit.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Goran was first seen in the United States in 1973. Goran has ranked as high as #1072 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Goran has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Goran

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19735
197410
19756
19767
19777
19786
19807
198110
19835
19945
20025
20036
20055
20067
20085
20096
20126