Zoran
Zoran is a boy name of Slavic origin, meaning “Dawn; born at daybreak”.
| Meaning | Dawn; born at daybreak |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Slavic |
| Written as | Зоран |
| Pronunciation | ZOR-ahn |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Serbia, Croatia, North Macedonia, Slovenia |
Meaning and origin of Zoran
Zoran comes from the South Slavic zora, dawn, and means 'of the dawn' or 'born at daybreak'. It became one of the most popular boys' names in Yugoslavia from the 1950s onward. Bearers include Zoran Djindjic, the reforming Serbian prime minister assassinated in 2003. The feminine form is Zorana, and the related girls' name Zora is also used.
Is Zoran a religious name?
Zoran is a secular Slavic name with no religious background.
How popular is Zoran?
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 Zoran mean?
Zoran means 'Dawn; born at daybreak'. It is of Slavic origin.
Does Zoran have a religious meaning?
Zoran is a secular Slavic name with no religious background.
How do you pronounce Zoran?
Zoran is pronounced ZOR-ahn.
Is Zoran a boy or girl name?
Zoran is usually a boy name.