Goran
Goran is a boy name of Slavic origin, meaning “Mountain man; highlander”.
| Meaning | Mountain man; highlander |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Slavic |
| Written as | Горан |
| Pronunciation | GOR-ahn |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Croatia, Serbia, North Macedonia, Bosnia And Herzegovina |
Meaning and origin of Goran
Goran comes from the South Slavic gora, mountain or forest, and means 'man of the mountains'. It became one of the most popular boys' names in Yugoslavia in the 1960s and 1970s. Well-known bearers include the Croatian tennis champion Goran Ivanisevic, who won Wimbledon in 2001. In Sweden, Göran is a separate name, a form of George.
Is Goran a religious name?
Goran is a secular Slavic name used by Croats, Serbs and Macedonians of any faith.
How popular is Goran?
Very common among men born in the former Yugoslavia between the 1950s and 1980s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Goran mean?
Goran means 'Mountain man; highlander'. It is of Slavic origin.
Does Goran have a religious meaning?
Goran is a secular Slavic name used by Croats, Serbs and Macedonians of any faith.
How do you pronounce Goran?
Goran is pronounced GOR-ahn.
Is Goran a boy or girl name?
Goran is usually a boy name.