Czech (Bohemian) names belong to the Czech (Bohemian) language tradition. This collection contains 17 Czech (Bohemian) names with their meanings, cultural backgrounds, and pronunciation guides. You'll find 15 names traditionally given to boys and 2 names for girls, reflecting naming patterns from regions where Czech (Bohemian) is spoken. These names carry the linguistic heritage and cultural values of Czech (Bohemian)-speaking communities. Common themes include nature, noble, divine, showing what Czech (Bohemian) cultures have valued across generations.
This name derives from the Czech “kov -ář > Kovář”, meaning “smith, metal”.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
This name derives from the Ancient Greek “therízein (θήρίζεἰν) therízo (θερίζω) Therasía (Θηρεσία),” arrived in Europe via the Ancient Greek (Latinized) form “Teresia,” meaning “to reap, to harvest, harvester (ancient name of the Greek island Thira).” Its popularity likely increased due to the prominence of several Roman Catholic saints: 1) Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, (Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu) (Mother Teresa), was an ethnic Albanian, Indian Roman Catholic nun. She said, “by blood, I am Albanian.” 2) Teresa of Ávila (Teresa Sánchez de Cepeda Y Ahumada) was a prominent Spanish mystic, Roman Catholic saint, Carmelite nun, writer of the counter-reformation, and theologian of contemplative life through mental prayer. She was a reformer of the Carmelite order, and she is considered a founder of the Discalced Carmelites and John of the cross.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
This name derives from the Latin and Czech (Bohemian) “nepomucenus > nepomuku > nepomucký,” meaning “from Nepomuk.” Nepomuk (~1345–1393) is a national saint of the Czech Republic, who was drowned in the Vltava river at the behest of Wenceslaus, King of the Romans and King of Bohemia. Later accounts state that he was the confessor of the queen of Bohemia and refused to divulge the confessional’s secrets.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
This name derives from the Czech “Hrom”, meaning “thunder”. The day of Hromnice is an important day for Czech weather-related folklore. It falls on February 2nd, the same day the popular Groundhog Day is celebrated in the United States. And no wonder - both are based on the same ancient Celtic tradition. The Czech word Hromnice is derived from sanctified "hromnice" candles that were lit on the night of February 2nd if there was a thunderstorm (thunder = hrom).
The origin of the name is uncertain. The theories include: 1) From the Old High Germanic “Haubitze,” which in turn derives from Czech (Bohemian) “houfnice,” meaning “catapult, slingshot,” based on the term “houf,” meaning “crowd.” 2) From the Latin “ōbiciō / ōbicere,” composed of two elements: “ob-” (forward, toward) plus “iaciō / iacere” (to throw), meaning “one who throws forward.” 3) From the Latin “ŏbĭtŭs,” meaning “visit, meeting, dead, end, ruin.” Saint Obitius (Italian: Sant’ Obizio) (1150–1204) was an Italian saint. He was born in Niardo (Brescia), around 1150. The feast day is celebrated on February 4.
This name derives from the Latin and Czech (Bohemian) “nepomucenus > nepomuku > nepomucký,” meaning “from Nepomuk.” Nepomuk (~1345–1393) is a national saint of the Czech Republic, who was drowned in the Vltava river at the behest of Wenceslaus, King of the Romans and King of Bohemia. Later accounts state that he was the confessor of the queen of Bohemia and refused to divulge the confessional’s secrets.
This name derives from the Latin and Czech (Bohemian) “nepomucenus > nepomuku > nepomucký,” meaning “from Nepomuk.” Nepomuk (~1345–1393) is a national saint of the Czech Republic, who was drowned in the Vltava river at the behest of Wenceslaus, King of the Romans and King of Bohemia. Later accounts state that he was the confessor of the queen of Bohemia and refused to divulge the confessional’s secrets.
This name derives from the Latin and Czech (Bohemian) “nepomucenus > nepomuku > nepomucký,” meaning “from Nepomuk.” Nepomuk (~1345–1393) is a national saint of the Czech Republic, who was drowned in the Vltava river at the behest of Wenceslaus, King of the Romans and King of Bohemia. Later accounts state that he was the confessor of the queen of Bohemia and refused to divulge the confessional’s secrets.
This name derives from the Latin and Czech (Bohemian) “nepomucenus > nepomuku > nepomucký,” meaning “from Nepomuk.” Nepomuk (~1345–1393) is a national saint of the Czech Republic, who was drowned in the Vltava river at the behest of Wenceslaus, King of the Romans and King of Bohemia. Later accounts state that he was the confessor of the queen of Bohemia and refused to divulge the confessional’s secrets.
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Czech (Bohemian) names developed within the Czech (Bohemian) language tradition. The naming traditions from regions where Czech (Bohemian) is spoken have evolved over centuries, shaped by migration, trade, religion, and cultural exchange. Today's Czech (Bohemian) names carry this history.
Czech (Bohemian) naming traditions reflect the values and beliefs of regions where Czech (Bohemian) is spoken. Names served multiple purposes: identifying individuals, honoring ancestors, expressing hopes for a child's future, and marking religious or cultural affiliation. These functions shaped which names became popular and how they were used.
Today, Czech (Bohemian) names appear far beyond regions where Czech (Bohemian) is spoken. Immigration, global media, and cultural exchange have made many Czech (Bohemian) names familiar worldwide. Parents choose these names to honor heritage, appreciate their meanings, or simply because they like how they sound. The 17 names in this collection range from ancient choices still popular today to names that have fallen out of use but retain historical interest.
Czech (Bohemian) naming traditions have developed their own patterns and preferences. Names may honor family members, reflect religious beliefs, describe hoped-for qualities, or commemorate significant events. These patterns explain which names stayed popular.
These traditional patterns still matter, but modern parents also mix things up. Some combine traditional and contemporary elements, pick names from other cultures, or create unique variations of classic names.
This collection breaks down to 88% masculine names (15) and 12% feminine names (2).
Czech (Bohemian) names follow the phonetic rules of their language of origin. English speakers may need to adjust their pronunciation for sounds that don't exist in English. Each name page includes a pronunciation guide to help.
When in doubt about pronunciation, listening to native speakers helps more than reading transliterations. Each name page has a pronunciation guide. If you're considering a Czech (Bohemian) name for your child, say it out loud and think about how others in your community will pronounce it.
The 17 Czech (Bohemian) names in this collection offer choices ranging from familiar options to rare discoveries. Each carries cultural meaning from regions where Czech (Bohemian) is spoken.
Czech (Bohemian) names for boys outnumber those for girls at roughly 7.5:1 in our database. This reflects historical naming patterns, though modern naming trends are shifting.
Current naming trends show renewed interest in heritage names, with parents seeking meaningful connections to cultural roots. Some Czech (Bohemian) names have crossed over to mainstream use, while others remain specific to Czech (Bohemian)-speaking communities.
Popular Czech (Bohemian) names for boys include Kovar, Opizio, Opizzo, Obizzo, Obizio. Our database contains 15 Czech (Bohemian) names traditionally given to boys, ranging from classic choices to unique options.
Our collection includes 2 Czech (Bohemian) names for girls. Popular choices blend traditional sounds with meaningful origins. Use the feminine tab to explore options organized by popularity.
Czech (Bohemian) names carry meanings from the Czech (Bohemian) language tradition. Common themes in Czech (Bohemian) names include nature, noble, divine, life. Each name in our database includes its specific meaning and cultural context.
Czech (Bohemian) names follow the phonetic rules of their language. Each name page includes a pronunciation guide. When uncertain, listening to native speakers provides the most accurate reference.
This database contains 17 Czech (Bohemian) names: 15 for boys and 2 for girls. This represents documented names that have been used historically or are in current use. The actual number of Czech (Bohemian) names ever used is certainly higher.
Spelling difficulty depends on the specific name and your familiarity with Czech (Bohemian) phonetics. Some Czech (Bohemian) names have been adapted to English spelling conventions, making them straightforward. Others retain original spellings that may be unfamiliar. Consider how important easy spelling is to you when choosing a name.