Bogdan
Bogdan first appears in US records in 1954. It peaked in 2024, when 37 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 34.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Bogdan popular?
Near its peak Bogdan is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
| 2020s | 189 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 249 | |
| 2000s | 178 | |
| 1990s | 89 | |
| 1980s | 10 | |
| 1970s | 17 | |
| 1960s | 37 | |
| 1950s | 10 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Bogdan mean?
Bogdan means “given by God” in the Slavic languages.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bogdan mean?
Bogdan means Given by God. Bogdan means “given by God” in the Slavic languages.
What is the origin of the name Bogdan?
Bogdan is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Bogdan?
Bogdan is pronounced “BOG-dahn.”
Is Bogdan a boy or a girl name?
Bogdan is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Bogdan a popular name right now?
Bogdan is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2024.
How popular is the name Bogdan?
In 2025, Bogdan ranked #3387 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Bogdan most popular?
Bogdan was most popular in 2024, when about 37 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Bogdan?
Names similar to Bogdan include Miroslav, Stanislav, Dragan, Zmey, Boris.
What names go well with Bogdan?
Slavic names that pair well with Bogdan include Mila, Vera, Nadia, Milan, Danica.