Božena

Bozena

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Bozena is a Christian girl name of Slavic origin, meaning “Divine; blessed by God”.

MeaningDivine; blessed by God
GenderGirl
OriginSlavic
Written asBožena
PronunciationBOH-zheh-nah
TraditionChristian, Modern & Classic
Used inCzech Republic, Poland, Slovakia

Meaning and origin of Bozena

Bozena, properly Božena, comes from the Slavic bog, God, and is usually explained as 'divine' or 'blessed by God'. In Czech history it recalls Božena, the 11th-century wife of Duke Oldrich of Bohemia and mother of Duke Bretislav I. The 19th-century writer Božena Nemcova, author of the classic novel Babicka (The Grandmother), is the most famous bearer. It is also used in Poland and Slovakia.

Is Bozena a Christian name?

The name contains the word for God and has a gentle Christian feel, though it is not a saint's name.

How popular is Bozena?

Common among older women in Central Europe; less often chosen today.

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Spellings and variants of Bozena

BozenkaBogna

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Bozena mean?

Bozena means 'Divine; blessed by God'. It is of Slavic origin.

Is Bozena a Christian name?

The name contains the word for God and has a gentle Christian feel, though it is not a saint's name.

How do you pronounce Bozena?

Bozena is pronounced BOH-zheh-nah.

Is Bozena a boy or girl name?

Bozena is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.