Hungarian (Magyar) names belong to the Hungarian (Magyar) language tradition. This collection contains 173 Hungarian (Magyar) names with their meanings, cultural backgrounds, and pronunciation guides. You'll find 82 names traditionally given to boys and 87 names for girls, reflecting naming patterns from regions where Hungarian (Magyar) is spoken. These names carry the linguistic heritage and cultural values of Hungarian (Magyar)-speaking communities. Common themes include noble, gift, leader, showing what Hungarian (Magyar) cultures have valued across generations.
This name derives from Bedő, a village in Hajdú-Bihar county, in the Northern Great Plain region of eastern Hungary. The name probably is a form of the personal name Benedek, from the Latin “benedicĕre > bĕnĕdīco > Benedictus.” The name-day is celebrated on May 25 and October 16.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “lélek,” meaning “soul, spirit,” which in turn derives from the Proto-Finno-Ugric “*lewle,” meaning “breath, soul.” Lehel (Hungarian: Lél) († 955), a member of the Árpád dynasty, was a Magyar chieftain and, together with Bulcsú, one of the most important figures of the Hungarian invasions of Europe. After the Magyar defeat at the Battle of Lechfeld, he was executed in Regensburg.
The origin of this name is still quite uncertain today. The theories include: 1) from an old Hungarian personal name, a derivative of the personal name “Cseg” of unknown origin. This word may be related to the old Hungarian word “cseg,” meaning “stake, nail.” 2) from the Mongolian “chaghan,” meaning “white.”
This name is of Hungarian (Magyar) origin. The name may originally mean either "shepherd, gift" in Hungarian. The first mention of this name is found in the stories of Attila, the Hun leader since he is one of the sons called Caba. The name-day is celebrated on November 1, the Feast of All Saints.
This name derives from the medieval Church Slavonic “urove (ѹрове)”, meaning “lords”. The noun was probably borrowed from the Hungarian (Magyar) word “úr,” meaning “master, Ruler, lord.” The suffix “-oš” in “uroš” is found in several Slavic given names, particularly those of the Serbs, Czechs, and Poles. 1) Uroš I (Serbian: Урош I) was the Grand Prince (Veliki Župan) of the Grand Principality of Serbia from about 1112 to 1145. 2) Uroš II, also known as Primislav (Serbian: Урош II Примислав) was Serbian Grand Prince from ~1145 to 1162, with brief interruptions as ruler by Desa, his brother.
Bogi is a pet form of Boglárka, a popular Hungarian female name, meaning “jewel” or “Buttercup.” It was the second most popular name for girls born in Hungary in 2007.
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It is a name of unknown origin and probably taken by some Turkish title. Some sources, however, report as meaning, “button” or “distinctive.” Géza (~ 940–997), also Gejza, was tGrand Prince of the Hungarians from the early 970s. Géza was the elder son of Taksony, Grand Prince of the Hungarians. His mother was his father’s wife “from the land of the Cumans,” according to the anonymous author of the ‘Gesta Hungarorum.’
dogwood tree
This name derives from Bedő, a village in Hajdú-Bihar county, in the Northern Great Plain region of eastern Hungary. The name probably is a form of the personal name Benedek, from the Latin “benedicĕre > bĕnĕdīco > Benedictus.” The name-day is celebrated on May 25 and October 16.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “ajak,” meaning “lip, labium (the lower lip of the flower of a plant of the mint family).”
This name derives from the medieval Church Slavonic “urove (ѹрове)”, meaning “lords”. The noun was probably borrowed from the Hungarian (Magyar) word “úr,” meaning “master, Ruler, lord.” The suffix “-oš” in “uroš” is found in several Slavic given names, particularly those of the Serbs, Czechs, and Poles. 1) Uroš I (Serbian: Урош I) was the Grand Prince (Veliki Župan) of the Grand Principality of Serbia from about 1112 to 1145. 2) Uroš II, also known as Primislav (Serbian: Урош II Примислав) was Serbian Grand Prince from ~1145 to 1162, with brief interruptions as ruler by Desa, his brother.
Bánk is a masculine Hungarian name, and it is the name of the title character in the Opera Bánk Bán, a tragedy written in 1815 tragedy by Hungarian author József Katona. Bán is a title of Hungarian nobility. Bánk is also a village and municipality in the comitat of Nógrád, Hungary.
breastfed newborn child, baby
Écska was the wife of Attila
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) word “lovas,” meaning “horse, horse rider, equestrian (pulled by a horse).”
This name derives from the ancient Hungarian (Magyar) surname “sugár,” meaning “ray of sunshine, beam.”
roe, female deer
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “virág,” meaning “flower.” It is part of flower names evoking color and harmony.
Tünde is a Hungarian feminine given name, derived from Hungarian “tündér,” meaning “fairy.” This name was created by the Hungarian poet Mihály Vörösmarty in the 19th century in his work “Csongor és Tünde” (Csongor and Tünde). The feast day is traditionally celebrated on June 1.
Ellák was the son of Atilla, the Hunnic prince, and he was the brother of Ernakh
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “zeng,” meaning “resonant, to produce a sound, sounding.” Zengő is the highest mountain in Mecsek Mountains in southern Hungary. Its height is 682 meters.
Ellák was the son of Atilla, the Hunnic prince, and he was the brother of Ernakh
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “kende”, meaning “one who is honored, name of honor”. The Kende was one of the kings of the dual-monarchy of the early Hungarians along with the “gyula” or war-chief. The function of the kende is believed to have been a religious one, “sacral prince.” At the time of the Magyar migration to Pannonia, the Kende was named Kurszán. Upon Kurszán’s death in a raid in approximately 907 CE, the office was taken up by the “gyula” Árpád, creating a single-head monarchy for Hungary.
The origin of this name is still quite uncertain today. The theories include: 1) from an old Hungarian personal name, a derivative of the personal name “Cseg” of unknown origin. This word may be related to the old Hungarian word “cseg,” meaning “stake, nail.” 2) from the Mongolian “chaghan,” meaning “white.”
Pile, Spike
The origin of this name is still quite uncertain today. The theories include: 1) from an old Hungarian personal name, a derivative of the personal name “Cseg” of unknown origin. This word may be related to the old Hungarian word “cseg,” meaning “stake, nail.” 2) from the Mongolian “chaghan,” meaning “white.”
kin, kindred
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) name “Buzád,” from “Buzá,” meaning “wheat, corn”. Buzád Hahót (1180–1241), also known as Blessed Buzád, was a Hungarian noble, the first known Ban of Severin.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) name “Buzád,” from “Buzá,” meaning “wheat, corn”. Buzád Hahót (1180–1241), also known as Blessed Buzád, was a Hungarian noble, the first known Ban of Severin.
Staff, Stick
The origin of this name is still today quite uncertain. The theories include: 1) from the Hungarian (Magyar) “becses,” meaning “precious, valuable,” which in turn derives from “becsül,” meaning “value, worth, esteem.” Bečej is a town and municipality located in the South Bačka District of the autonomous province of Vojvodina, Serbia. Bečej was mentioned first during the administration of the Kingdom of Hungary in 1091 under Latin name Bechey and later in 1238 under Hungarian name Becse. Name probably originated from Bechey family that had possessions in this area.
This name derives from the 9th and 10th centuries Hungarian (Magyar) word “bika,” meaning “bull.”
This name is of Hungarian (Magyar) origin. The name may originally mean either "shepherd, gift" in Hungarian. The first mention of this name is found in the stories of Attila, the Hun leader since he is one of the sons called Caba. The name-day is celebrated on November 1, the Feast of All Saints.
It is a name of unknown origin and probably taken by some Turkish title. Some sources, however, report as meaning, “button” or “distinctive.” Géza (~ 940–997), also Gejza, was tGrand Prince of the Hungarians from the early 970s. Géza was the elder son of Taksony, Grand Prince of the Hungarians. His mother was his father’s wife “from the land of the Cumans,” according to the anonymous author of the ‘Gesta Hungarorum.’
It is a name of unknown origin and probably taken by some Turkish title. Some sources, however, report as meaning, “button” or “distinctive.” Géza (~ 940–997), also Gejza, was tGrand Prince of the Hungarians from the early 970s. Géza was the elder son of Taksony, Grand Prince of the Hungarians. His mother was his father’s wife “from the land of the Cumans,” according to the anonymous author of the ‘Gesta Hungarorum.’
It is a name of unknown origin and probably taken by some Turkish title. Some sources, however, report as meaning, “button” or “distinctive.” Géza (~ 940–997), also Gejza, was tGrand Prince of the Hungarians from the early 970s. Géza was the elder son of Taksony, Grand Prince of the Hungarians. His mother was his father’s wife “from the land of the Cumans,” according to the anonymous author of the ‘Gesta Hungarorum.’
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “vidám,” meaning “cheerful, happy”.
Bende is a short form of Bendegúz and Benedek. The name is of Hungarian (Magyar), Turkish and Latin origin and comes from the following roots: (BONCUK) and (BENEDICTUS).
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This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) and Romanian “Vecel > vețel,” a commune in Hunedoara County, Romania. Saint Vicelinus (1090–1154) was a German bishop of Oldenburg in Holstein who was considered Holstein’s apostle. In the Middle Ages, Veţel was a Hungarian settlement. Romanians also settled here in the 15th-century, and a Romanian quarter was built. Since the 16th-century, the place is inhabited almost exclusively by Romanians.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) and Romanian “Vecel > vețel,” a commune in Hunedoara County, Romania. Saint Vicelinus (1090–1154) was a German bishop of Oldenburg in Holstein who was considered Holstein’s apostle. In the Middle Ages, Veţel was a Hungarian settlement. Romanians also settled here in the 15th-century, and a Romanian quarter was built. Since the 16th-century, the place is inhabited almost exclusively by Romanians.
Name of unknown origin probably taken by some Turkish title. Some sources, however, report as meaning, “button” or “distinctive.” Géza (~940–997), also Gejza, was Grand Prince of the Hungarians from the early 970s. Géza was the elder son of Taksony, Grand Prince of the Hungarians. His mother was his father’s wife “from the land of the Cumans,” according to the anonymous author of the ‘Gesta Hungarorum.’
The origin of this name is still today quite uncertain. The theories include: From the Turkish “Boncuk,” meaning “pearl, jewelry.” Bendegúz was a Hunnic prince and brother of Hunnic rulers, Octar (Optar), and Rugila (Ruas). Mundzuk was the father of Attila, the Hun and the uncle of Bleda, or Buda, the son of Rugalia. The name-day day is celebrated on March 11, May 7, and October 10.
The origin of this name is still today quite uncertain. The theories include: From the Turkish “Boncuk,” meaning “pearl, jewelry.” Bendegúz was a Hunnic prince and brother of Hunnic rulers, Octar (Optar), and Rugila (Ruas). Mundzuk was the father of Attila, the Hun and the uncle of Bleda, or Buda, the son of Rugalia. The name-day day is celebrated on March 11, May 7, and October 10.
This name derives from Bedő, a village in Hajdú-Bihar county, in the Northern Great Plain region of eastern Hungary. The name probably is a form of the personal name Benedek, from the Latin “benedicĕre > bĕnĕdīco > Benedictus.” The name-day is celebrated on May 25 and October 16.
This name derives from the old Hungarian “Sombor (Serbian: Сомбор)” meaning “resembling a buffalo.” Sombor is a city located in the province of Vojvodina, Serbia. The first historical record about the city is from 1340. The city was administered by the Kingdom of Hungary until the 16th-century, when it became part of the Ottoman Empire.
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Zsálya is the Hungarian (Magyar) word for “Salvia (sagw).” Zsálya is the largest genus of plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae, with nearly 1000 species of shrubs, herbaceous perennials, and annuals.
Zalóta was the sister of Álmos, Hungarian prince, the wife of Torzson
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) word “tavasz,” which in turn derives from the Proto-Finno-Ugric “*towke,” meaning “spring (season).” Spring is one of the four conventional temperate seasons following winter and preceding summer. The specific definition of the exact timing of “spring” varies according to local climate, cultures, and customs.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “szél,” meaning “wind, breeze.”
autumn crocus
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This name derives from the South Slavic “javor (јавор),” meaning “maple (tree).” There are several places with this name, including: 1) Javor, a mountain in southwestern Serbia, between towns of Sjenica and Ivanjica. 2) Javor, a settlement in central Slovenia. 3) Javor (Busovača), a village in the municipality of Busovača, Bosnia, and Herzegovina. 4) Yavor, a town in Tryavna Municipality, in Gabrovo Province, in north-central Bulgaria.
is one of the best-known European mountain flowers
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “galamb,” meaning “columbus, pigeon, dove.” Doves, usually white in color, are used in a variety of settings as symbols of love, peace, or messengers. Doves appear in the symbolism of Judaism, Christianity and Paganism, and of both military and pacifist groups. Doves, usually meaning domesticated Rock Pigeons, are a traditional Christian symbol of love and peace.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “Füzike,” meaning “Epilobium, leaf-warbler.” 1) Epilobium is a genus in the family Onagraceae, containing about 160-200 species of flowering plants with a worldwide distribution. 2) Leaf warblers are small insectivorous birds belonging mainly to the genus Phylloscopus. They were formerly included in the Old World warbler family but are now considered to belong to the Phylloscopidae, and a family created in 2006.
blonde, white skin
blonde, white skin
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “élet > Életke,” composed of two elements: “él” (to live) plus “-et” (noun suffix). In turn, the name means “my life, my life span.” In the 1990s, it was a sporadic name, not listed among the 100 most common female names in the 2000s. The name is revered on November 4.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) word “eper,” which in turn derives from the Proto-Ugric “*äppärĕ-kə,” meaning “strawberry.”
tiny, little
Árnika is a female name of Hungarian origin. It was made by the author Ervin Lázár in his novel “Szegény Dzsoni és Árnika” (chilcren’s story, 1981). Ervin Lázár (1936–2006) was a Hungarian author. Although he wrote a novel (A fehér Tigris’ The White Tiger,’ 1971) and several short stories, he is best known for his tales and stories for children. In turn, this name derives from the name of the flower Arnica (Hungarian: Árnika), from the Ancient Greek Arna (Άρνα), meaning “lamb,” about the soft, hairy leaves. Arnica is a genus with about 30 perennial, herbaceous species, belonging to the sunflower family (Asteraceae).
cranberry, Bilberry
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “apa,” meaning “father.”
Bulcsú chief was the chief of the Hungarian armies in the 10th century
This name derives from Csanád (first decades of the 11th-century), an administrative county (comitatus) of the Kingdom of Hungary. Its territory is now in western Romania and southeastern Hungary. The capital of the county was Makó. Csanád, also Chanadinus, or Cenad, was the first head (comes) of Csanád County in the Kingdom of Hungary in the first decades of the 11th-century.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) root “zeti,” meaning “son-in-law.” This name seems to be connected to Zemplén, an administrative county (comitatus) of the Kingdom of Hungary. Its territory is now situated in eastern Slovakia under the name of Zemplín). Zemplín in Slovak is transliterated Zatín.
Ibolya is a Hungarian female name, derived from the Hungarian (Magyar) “bíbor,” meaning “purple, violet,” indicating the violet flower. It is therefore analogous in meaning to the names Viola, Iole, and Ione. There are no saints who bear this name, so it is adespota. The name-day is celebrated on November 1, the Feast of All Saints. In Hungary, a secular name day is set for August 7.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) word “cseng,” meaning “to ring, clang.”
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “csillag,” meaning “star (celestial body).”
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “bogár,” meaning “beetle, bug.”
This name derives from the old Hungarian “Sombor (Serbian: Сомбор)” meaning “resembling a buffalo.” Sombor is a city located in the province of Vojvodina, Serbia. The first historical record about the city is from 1340. The city was administered by the Kingdom of Hungary until the 16th-century, when it became part of the Ottoman Empire.
The name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “szilárd,” which means “solid, firm, constant.” It is sometimes used to translate the name Constantine into Hungarian. The name day is celebrated on October 2 in memory of Blessed Szilárd Ignác Bogdánffy, bishop, the savior of many Jews during the Holocaust and martyr in Nagyenyed under the communist regime. In addition, in Hungary, a lay name day is set for March 11.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “szem /szemek,” meaning “eye, beautyful-eyed.”
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “szél,” meaning “wind, windy.”
This name derives from the ancient Hungarian (Magyar) surname “sugár,” meaning “ray of sunshine, beam.”
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This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “vidám,” meaning “cheerful, happy”.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “Palánka.” 1) Bačka Palanka (Cyrillic: Бачка Паланка) is a city and municipality located in Vojvodina province of Serbia, on the left bank of the Danube, on the border with Croatia. 2) Palánka is a village in Bacau, Moldova, Romania.
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “Ajándék,” composed of two elements: “aján-” (to recommend) plus “-dék” (suffix added to a verb to form a noun to indicate the result of the action). In turn, the name means “present, gift, donation, the gift of God which pleases.”
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This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) and Romanian “Vecel > vețel,” a commune in Hunedoara County, Romania. Saint Vicelinus (1090–1154) was a German bishop of Oldenburg in Holstein who was considered Holstein’s apostle. In the Middle Ages, Veţel was a Hungarian settlement. Romanians also settled here in the 15th-century, and a Romanian quarter was built. Since the 16th-century, the place is inhabited almost exclusively by Romanians.
The origin of this name is still today quite uncertain. The theories include: From the Turkish “Boncuk,” meaning “pearl, jewelry.” Bendegúz was a Hunnic prince and brother of Hunnic rulers, Octar (Optar), and Rugila (Ruas). Mundzuk was the father of Attila, the Hun and the uncle of Bleda, or Buda, the son of Rugalia. The name-day day is celebrated on March 11, May 7, and October 10.
The origin of this name is still today quite uncertain. The theories include: From the Turkish “Boncuk,” meaning “pearl, jewelry.” Bendegúz was a Hunnic prince and brother of Hunnic rulers, Octar (Optar), and Rugila (Ruas). Mundzuk was the father of Attila, the Hun and the uncle of Bleda, or Buda, the son of Rugalia. The name-day day is celebrated on March 11, May 7, and October 10.
It is an old Hungarian personal name of Turkish origin, meaning “falcon, hunting bird.” The Hungarian poet and dramatist Mihály Vörösmarty used it in his play ‘Csongor és Tünde’ (1830).
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “Ajándék,” composed of two elements: “aján-” (to recommend) plus “-dék” (suffix added to a verb to form a noun to indicate the result of the action). In turn, the name means “present, gift, donation, the gift of God which pleases.”
This name derives from the Hungarian (Magyar) “áldás,” meaning “blessing, benediction, boon.” Among names given to newborns, it occurred sporadically in the 1990s. Neither in the 2000s and 2010 was among the 100 most frequently used female names for newborns.
blooms at spring
Barakon is a male name of Hungarian origin, but its meaning is unclear.
energize, mountain of the Transylvanian
Ibolya is a Hungarian female name, derived from the Hungarian (Magyar) “bíbor,” meaning “purple, violet,” indicating the violet flower. It is therefore analogous in meaning to the names Viola, Iole, and Ione. There are no saints who bear this name, so it is adespota. The name-day is celebrated on November 1, the Feast of All Saints. In Hungary, a secular name day is set for August 7.
Triumphant, Strong (Koppány was the brother of Saint István who was the first king of Hungary)
Hungarian (Magyar) names developed within the Hungarian (Magyar) language tradition. The naming traditions from regions where Hungarian (Magyar) is spoken have evolved over centuries, shaped by migration, trade, religion, and cultural exchange. Today's Hungarian (Magyar) names carry this history.
Hungarian (Magyar) naming traditions reflect the values and beliefs of regions where Hungarian (Magyar) 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, Hungarian (Magyar) names appear far beyond regions where Hungarian (Magyar) is spoken. Immigration, global media, and cultural exchange have made many Hungarian (Magyar) names familiar worldwide. Parents choose these names to honor heritage, appreciate their meanings, or simply because they like how they sound. The 173 names in this collection range from ancient choices still popular today to names that have fallen out of use but retain historical interest.
Hungarian (Magyar) 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 47% masculine names (82) and 50% feminine names (87). About 2% (4) work as gender-neutral or unisex options.
Hungarian (Magyar) 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 Hungarian (Magyar) name for your child, say it out loud and think about how others in your community will pronounce it.
Our collection includes 173 Hungarian (Magyar) names. While some are common choices, others are rare finds that could give a child a distinctive name with authentic cultural roots.
The collection offers balanced options for both genders, with 82 names for boys and 87 for girls.
Current naming trends show renewed interest in heritage names, with parents seeking meaningful connections to cultural roots. Some Hungarian (Magyar) names have crossed over to mainstream use, while others remain specific to Hungarian (Magyar)-speaking communities.
Popular Hungarian (Magyar) names for boys include Bed, Lél, Cseg, Čaba, Urke. Our database contains 82 Hungarian (Magyar) names traditionally given to boys, ranging from classic choices to unique options.
Our collection includes 87 Hungarian (Magyar) names for girls. Popular choices blend traditional sounds with meaningful origins. Use the feminine tab to explore options organized by popularity.
Hungarian (Magyar) names carry meanings from the Hungarian (Magyar) language tradition. Common themes in Hungarian (Magyar) names include noble, gift, leader, nature. Each name in our database includes its specific meaning and cultural context.
Hungarian (Magyar) 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 173 Hungarian (Magyar) names: 82 for boys and 87 for girls. This represents documented names that have been used historically or are in current use. The actual number of Hungarian (Magyar) names ever used is certainly higher.
Spelling difficulty depends on the specific name and your familiarity with Hungarian (Magyar) phonetics. Some Hungarian (Magyar) 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.