Nevena
Nevena is a Christian girl name of South Slavic origin, meaning “Marigold”.
| Meaning | Marigold |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | South Slavic |
| Written as | Невена |
| Pronunciation | NEH-veh-nah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Serbia, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Croatia |
Meaning and origin of Nevena
Nevena comes from neven, the Serbian, Bulgarian and Macedonian word for the marigold, a bright flower that features in folk songs and home gardens. The masculine counterpart, Neven, exists too. Like Ljiljana and Ruža, it belongs to the tradition of flower names in the Balkans, and its clear sound has kept it in use. It is pronounced with even weight on the syllables but a gentle stress at the start.
Is Nevena a Christian name?
Nevena is a nature word name rather than a saint's name; it is used mainly by Orthodox and Catholic families in the Balkans without a specific religious meaning.
How popular is Nevena?
Steadily used in Serbia, Bulgaria and North Macedonia, with a modern, fresh feel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nevena mean?
Nevena means 'Marigold'. It is of South Slavic origin.
Is Nevena a Christian name?
Nevena is a nature word name rather than a saint's name; it is used mainly by Orthodox and Catholic families in the Balkans without a specific religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Nevena?
Nevena is pronounced NEH-veh-nah.
Is Nevena a boy or girl name?
Nevena is usually a girl name.