Top 1,000 Hungarian Names

Hungarian names are closely tied to the religious and political history of the country. Names would often reflect issues and accomplishments of their era and prominent saints of a region. Hungarian names are a significant part of this fascinating culture. On this page, you’ll find our carefully researched lists of popular Hungarian baby names and common Hungarian names with meanings.

Hungarian Names and Meanings

Hungarian names are typically given with the family name first, and to fit our English name practices, the order is often switched. Therefore, typically, one would introduce their last name first in Hungarian-speaking regions and their given name last. Common characteristics can be found in Hungarian first names: religious saints and themes have been popular over the centuries, and references to lauded personality traits are common. Parents in Hungary must choose a name from a large, preapproved list or otherwise request official approval for a name.

Hungarian is a language that originates in the Urals. Over the millennia, it has been influenced by Latin and Greek, the languages of the Catholic Church, and central Germanic languages. Common Hungarian names like András, a Hungarian name meaning ‘warrior,’ and Erzsébet, from a Greek name meaning ‘God is my oath,’ reflect these centuries of cultural exchange. Read on to find our lists of common Hungarian names by theme and our list of the most popular Hungarian baby names.

Top 100 Hungarian Names

Many Hungarian names are derived from ancient Magyar words or have roots in Christianity. Here is our list of common Hungarian names and meanings used throughout the Hungarian-speaking community.

Female Names	Male Names
Erzsébet – God is my oath	István – Crown or garland
Katalin – Pure	József – He will add
Anna – Grace, Favor	László – Glory or rule
Judit – Woman from Judea or Praised	Zoltán – Sultan, king
Ildikó – Warrior	Attila – Little father
Zsuzsanna – Lily or rose	Péter – Rock, stone
Erika – Eternal ruler	Tamás – Twin
Edit – Wealth, fortune	András – Manly, brave
Gabriella – God is my strength	Gábor – God’s strength
Mária – Bitterness	Mihály – Who is like God?
Tímea – Honor, sweet-natured	Ferenc – Free man
Andrea – Brave or Manly	Béla – White
Ágnes – Pure, Holy	Sándor – Defender of mankind
Krisztina – Anointed or Christian woman	Imre – Strength
Anikó – Gracious, favored	Gyula – Leader or chief
Beáta – Blessed	Miklós – Victory of the People
Magdolna – Woman from Magdala or tower	Róbert – Bright fame
Zsófia – Wisdom	János – God is gracious
Klára – Clear, Bright	Balázs – Stammering
Júlia – Youthful	Károly – Free man
Petra – Rock or Stone	Lajos – Famous warrior
Viktória – Victory	Zsolt – Song or chant
Rita – Pearl	Tibor – From the tibur
Bernadett – Brave as a bear	Krisztián – Christian
Réka – Ruler or queen	Csaba – Shepherd or wanderer
Eszter – Star	Ádám – Man, Earth
Emese – Mother or ancestral mother	Norbert – Bright north, famous north
Melinda – Honey with the suffix inda	Dániel – God is my judge
Nikolett – Victory of the people	Gergely – Vigilant, watchful
Brigitta – The exalted one or strength	Richárd – Brave ruler
Lilla – Lilac	Pál – Small
Mónika – Advisor or Truth	Viktor – Victor
Szilvia – Wood or forest	György – Farmer
Nóra – Honor, light	Ákos – Falcon
Adrienn – From Adria or dark one	Roland – Famous throughout the land
Enikő – Fawn	Barna – Brown-haired
Evelin – Wished for child or water	Levente – Brave
Orsolya – Little Bear	Máté – Gift of God
Dorottya – Gift of God	Rajmund – Protecting hands
Bianka – White, Pure	Erik – Eternal ruler
Fruzsina – Frost	Benedek – Blessed
Kinga – Brave or family	Botond – Mace
Regina – Queen	Martin – Warlike
Noémi – My delight	Zsigmond – Victory protector
Luca – Light	Bence – Blessed
Veronika – Winner	Dávid – Beloved
Kitti – Pure	Vince – Conquering
Renáta – Reborn	Kristóf – Bearer of Christ
Lívia – Blue, envious	Elek – Defender of mankind
Sarolta – Free man or warrior	Dezső – Desired
Ágota – Good	Ármin – Whole, universal
Diána – Divine	Ottó – Wealth, prosperity
Klaudia – Lame or crippled	Marcell – Little warrior
Henrietta – Ruler of the home	Zénó – Gift of Zeus
Kamilla – Perfect, Complete	Domonkos – Belonging to the Lord
Laura – Laurel	Lőrinc – Laurel
Cecília – Blind	Endre – Man, warrior
Barbara – Foreign, strange	Szabolcs – Gift of God
Virág – Flower	Nándor – Brave, hardy
Adriána – From the city of Adria	Ervin – Friend of the sea
Ivett – Yew or archer	Győző – Victor
Margit – Pearl	Milán – Gracious, dear
Zsanett – God is gracious	Patrik – Nobleman
Dóra – Gift	Géza – Little prince
Eliza – Pledged to God	Csongor – Warbler
Tünde – Fairy	Bertalan – Bartholomew
Hajnalka – Dawn	Bálint – Healthy, strong
Boglárka – Buttercup	Arnold – Eagle power
Ilona – Joyful, light	Árpád – Seed
Zita – Little girl	Lóránt – Laurel
Dalma – Dalmatian	Oliver – Olive tree, peaceful
Gréta – Pearl	Zalán – Thrower, hitter
Ágatha – Good	Adrián – From Hadria
Blanka – White	Antal – Priceless
Terézia – Harvester	Leó – Lion
Kata – Pure	Bendegúz – Lucky
Nikolina – People’s Victory	Jenő – Well-born, noble
Anett – Grace or favor	Márk – Warlike
Bettina – God is my oath	Kornél – Horn
Eszti – Star	Huba – Hungarian (Magyar) warlord
Fanni – Free man	Marci – Warlike
Irén – Peace	Adorján – From Hadria
Evelina – Life	Kelemen – Mild, merciful
Panna – Maiden or virgin	Alexander – Defender of men
Franciska – Free man	Lukács – From Lucania
Loretta – Small sage one	Zétény – Son-in-law
Abigél – Father’s joy	Emil – Rival
Nelli – Shining light or other, foreign	Henrik – Home ruler
Alexandra – Defender of Mankind	Szilárd – Steadfast
Csilla – Star	Simon – He has heard
Hanga – Echo	Dömötör – Tame
Marcella – Warlike	Iván – God is Gracious
Szandra – Defender of mankind	Edvárd – Wealthy guardian
Vivien – Alive or lively	Kende – Priest
Léna – Light, shining	Gaszton – Guest
Leila – Night	Albert – Noble and Bright
Melissza – Bee	Farkas – Wolf
Zselyke – Hyacinth	Benjámin – Son of my right hand
Georgina – Farmer	Ambrus – Immortal
Olga – Holy	Marton – Warlike

Unique Hungarian Names

Rooted in the Magyar language, some of these names are rarely found outside of Hungary. We’ve gathered the most eye-catching and original names for our list of unique Hungarian names.

Female Names	Male Names
Adel – Noble	Ábel – Breath
Alina – Noble, kind	Adelbert – Noble and bright
Aliz – Of noble kind	Agoston – Venerable
Amira – Princess	Andor – Bravery or manhood
Andriana – Man, warrior	Apor – Father, parent
Bela – White	Áron – High mountain, Exalted
Bella – Beautiful	Atilla – Little father
Bíborka – Violet (the flower)	Axell – Father of peace
Borbála – Stranger, foreigner	Barnabás – Son of encouragement
Boróka – Juniper	Barnat – As strong as a bear
Cili – Blind	Bartalan – Bartholomew
Csenge – Ringing, chime	Bende – Blessed
Dorina – Gift	Benett – Blessed
Dorka – Gift	Bodi – God bless the king
Elena – Shining Light or Bright	Boldizsár – God protect the king
Elizabet – God is my oath	Brájen – Strong, virtuous, and honorable
Emili – Rival	Ciprián – From Cyprus
Emília – Rival	Csanád – Name of a medieval Hungarian tribe
Emma – Universal	Csepel – Name of an island in Budapest
Eniko – Grace	Deco – Lord
Erzebet – God is my oath	Dénes – From Dionysus
Flóra – Flower	Denisz – From Dionysus
Gavrila – God is my strength	Dominik – Lord
Gryta – A Pearl	Domokos – Belonging to the Lord
Hanna – Grace	Donát – Given
Hédi – Battle, war.	Dorián – Of the sea, from Doris
Izabella – God is my oath	Elemér – Precious or priceless
Janka – God is Gracious	Félix – Happy, fortunate
Jázmin – Jasmine	Feró – Free man
Jelena – Bright, shining	Flórián – Flower, blooming
Johanna – God is gracious	Gedeon – Destroyer
Jolan – Violet flower	Gellért – Spear strength
Julinka – Youthful	Gergő – Watchful, vigilant
Kiara – Dark-haired, little dark one	Hugó – Mind, intellect
Kincső – Treasure	Hunor – A legendary ancestor of the Huns
Lana – Little Rock	Ignác – Fiery or Ardent
Lara – Protection or Fortified Place	Jakab – Supplanter
Letícia – Joy, happiness	Jusztin – Just, righteous
Lia – Weary	Kalman – Strong and manly
Lili – Lily	Kázmér – Announcing peace
Liliána – Lily	Kevin – Handsome, kind
Lilien – Lily	Kolos – Scholar
Linett – Idol	Konrád – Bold counselor
Liza – God is my oath	Krisztofer – Bearer of Christ
Lora – Bay laurel	Laurent – Laurel
Lotti – Free man	Lehel – to breathe or breath
Lujza – Famous warrior	Lénárd – Brave as a lion
Maja – Mother or Nurse	Lóránd – Laurel
Marika – Bitter	Markos – Warlike
Mariska – Little Maria	Markus – Warlike
Mia – Mine	Mátyás – Gift of God
Milla – Industrious	Medox – Good fortune
Mira – Peace	Mirkó – Peaceful
Mirella – Admire	Miron – Myrrh
Náni – Beauty and splendor	Nátán – He gave
Nara – Oak tre, happy	Neci – Fire
Natália – Born on Christmas Day	Nikolasz – Victory of the people
Natasa – Born on Christmas Day	Nimród – Rebel
Nina – Little Girl	Noé – Rest
Norina – Light or torch	Noél – Christmas, born on Christmas
Olívia – Olive tree	Nolen – Champion, cloud
Panka – Free man	Oszkar – Friend of deer
Piroska – Little red or rosy	Peterke – Stone
Ráhel – Ewe	Rez – Copper – headed
Rebeka – To Bind or Tie	Robi – Bright fame
Róza – Rose	Román – From Rome
Rozina – Rose	Rudolf – Famous wolf
Sára – Princess	Sámuel – God has heard
Szofi – Wisdom	Sebestyén – Revered
Szofia – Wisdom	Simeon – Hearkening, obedient
Szonja – Wisdom	Soma – A kind of berry
Tamara – Date Palm Tree	Szervác – Servant
Vanda – Wanderer	Szilveszter – Wooded or wild
Zara – Blooming Flower or God has Favored	Tabor – Camp
Zejnep – Precious stone	Tivadar – Gift of God
Zigana – Gypsy girl	Uros – Little lord
Zizi – God is my oath	Vazul – Royal
Zoe – Life	Vencel – More glory
Zora – Dawn	Vilmos – Resolute protection
Zorka – Dawn	Zente – Glory or rule
ZsaZsa – God is my oath	Zsombor – Resembling a buffalo

Cute Hungarian Names

These cute Hungarian names reflect the charm of Hungarian nature and the adorable side of Hungarian culture. These charming monikers evoke sentiments of tradition among Hungarians.

Female Names	Male Names
Ági – Good or holy	Adi – Ornament or noble
Aléna – Light	Albin – White, fair
Alicia – Noble	Alvián – One of the elves
Alma – Soul	Alvin – Friend of elves
Amina – Trustworthy, faithful	Bandi – Man
Bea – She who brings happiness	Béni – Son of the right hand
Cintia – Moon	Berecske – A village in Transylvania, Hungary
Dália – Dahlia, a flower	Bernárd – Brave bear
Daniéla – God is my judge	Bódog – Happy
Dára – Gift	Brunó – Brown
Della – Noble	Cato – Wise
Elina – Torch, shining light	Csenger – To want
Ella – Beautiful, fairy maiden	Csobán – Shepherd
Elza – My God has answered	Dezsér – Desired, wanted child
Emmi – Universal, whole	Dömös – The Lord’s
Etel – Noble	Eli – Ascended, my God
Éva – Life	Ete – To dance, crown or garland
Évike – Life	Falco – Falcon
Gitta – Exalted one	Feri – Free man
Gizi – Pledge or hostage	Gabi – God is my strength
Hajna – Dawn	Gál – Foreigner or stranger
Hajni – Dawn	Gyuri – Farmer
Ilike – Moonlight	Iliász – The Lord is my God
Izolda – Ice and Battle	Imrus – Strength
Jáde – Jade	Isti – Crown or wreath
Jana – God is Gracious	Jákob – Supplanter
Katarina – Pure	Jan – God is gracious
Kati – Pure	Jancsi – God is gracious
Katica – Pure	Jani – God is gracious
Katinka – Pure	Janik – God is gracious
Kloé – Young green shoot	Jenci – God is gracious
Lea – Weary	Jónás – Dove
Léni – Torch or moon	Jonatán – God has given
Lídia – From Lydia	Jóska – He will add
Lilia – Lily	Józsi – He will add
Lilianna – Lily	Laci – Glory
Lilike – Lily	Lackó – Lawrence, from Laurentum
Lina – Tender or Pliable	Lázár – God Has Helped
Lúcia – Light	Lecsó – Healer, Intelligence
Luciána – Light	Luca – Bringer of light
Magdi – Pearl	Márió – From the god Mars
Máli – Beloved or sea of bitterness	Miki – Who is Like God?
Mari – Bitter, rebellious	Misi – Who is like God?
Mariella – Wished-for child, bitter, beloved	Mojs – Talent
Melitta – Honey bee	Móric – Dark-skinned
Melodi – Melody	Náthán – He has given, gift of God
Mína – Love or Will	Oberon – Legendary king of the fairies
Mishka – Little bear	Olaf – Ancestor’s descendant
Nikoletta – Victory of the people	Oleg – Holy, Blessed
Noa – Motion	Omár – Eloquent
Noélia – Christmas	Ond – Man or warrior
Pálma – Palm Tree	Paszkál – Related to Passover
Panni – Grace	Peti – Stone
Piri – Pearl	Petres – Peter, rock or stone
Polina – Little or Small	Pista – Crown or wreath
Rozalia – Rose	Pisti – Crown or wreath
Sári – Princess	Piusz – Pious
Sárika – Princess	Rezső – Fame and glory
Tália – Morning dew or lamb	Rudi – Famous wolf
Teca – Harvester	Salamon – Peace
Théa – Goddess, gods	Sami – Elevated, high
Viola – Violet	Samu – Asked of God
Zsanka – Llily	Sanyi – Defender of the people
Zseni – Genius	Timót – Honoring God
Zsófi – Wisdom	Timur – Iron
Zsófika – Wisdom	Tomi – Twin
Zsuzsi – Lily	Toni – Priceless one
Zsuzsika – Lily	Vili – Will or desire

Pretty Hungarian Names

While rooted in history, these names possess a timeless charm that appeals to both natives and those beyond Hungary’s borders. This list of pretty Hungarian names is packed with interest-grabbing names and fascinating meanings.

Female Names	Male Names
Adela – Noble	Abelárd – Noble and Resolute
Adrianna – From Hadria	Ábrahám – Father of many, exalted father
Agáta – Good	Adalbert – Noble and Bright
Aida – Visitor, returned	Akács – Acacia tree
Álea – To ascend, Risk	Aladár – Noble and famous
Alida – Noble	Alfonz – Noble and ready
Aliza – Joy	Alfréd – Elf counsel, wise counselor
Anasztázia – Resurrection	Álmos – Dreamy or sleepy
Angéla – Angel	Ambróz – Immortal
Angelika – Messenger of God	Anasztáz – Resurrection
Anika – Grace or Favor	Árkos – Moat or ditch
Antonella – Priceless one	Árpi – Seed
Antónia – Priceless one	Artúr – Bear or stone
Apollónia – Of Apollo	Aurél – Golden
Ariadné – Most holy	Bardó – Axe
Ariéla – Lion of God	Bars – Pepper
Arina – Peace	Barta – Bartholomew
Aurelia – Golden	Belián – White
Célia – Heavenly	Benő – Well-born
Cirilla – Lordly, masterful	Bernad – Brave bear
Dia – Day	Bernát – Brave bear
Eleni – Light	Berta – Bright or shining
Eleonóra – Shining light	Bod – Branch
Emiliana – Rival	Bodony – Branch
Estella – Star	Bogdán – Given by God
Eulália – Well-spoken	Bors – Pepper
Fabióla – Bean grower	Bottyán – Dance
Felicitas – Fortunate, good luck	Csató – A surname
Friderika – Peaceful ruler	Csobánka – Shepherd
Gina – Queen	Dani – God is my judge
Hedvig – Fighting a battle	Dioníz – Dedicated to Dionysus
Helén – Bright, shining	Domán – Occupational name for a judge
Ilonka – Light	Eduárd – Guardian of happiness
Ingrid – Beautiful, fair	Edvin – Rich friend
Iréne – Peace	Egyed – Alone
Ivána – God is Gracious	Éliás – My God is Yahweh
Izabel – God is my oath	Eliot – Jehovah is God
Julianna – Youthful	Ellák – Prince, ruler, king
Julietta – Youthful	Emánuel – God is with us
Juliska – Youthful	Fábián – Bean grower
Jusztina – Just, fair	Felicián – Lucky or fortunate
Karina – Pure	Ferdinánd – Bold voyager, brave traveler
Kármen – Song	Frédi – Peaceful ruler
Lenóra – Light	Fülöp – Lover of horses
Leona – Lion	Gáspár – Treasurer
Leonarda – Brave as a lion	Hiláriusz – Cheerful
Liána – To climb like a vine	Istók – Source or origin
Lilian – Lily	Jácint – Hyacinth
Mara – Bitter or Sea of Bitterness	Jázon – To heal
Margaréta – Pearl	Józsa – Joseph, God will add
Marietta – Bitter, wished-for child	Józsua – Yahweh is salvation
Marina – Of the Sea	Kamil – Perfect, complete
Markéta – Pearl	Karcsi – Free man
Márta – Lady or Mistress	Kilián – Church, strife
Matilda – Battle mighty	Kunó – Clan, family
Megán – Pearl	Leonárd – Brave lion
Melania – Dark or Black	Leonárdó – Brave lion
Miléna – Gracious or Dear	Leonyid – Lion
Mirabel – Wondrous beauty	Merse – Noble Prince
Mirabella – Wonderful	Miksa – Greatest
Natali – Birthday	Odorik – Heritage ruler
Paulina – Small	Rafael – God has healed
Tekla – God’s glory	Regő – Observer or watcher
Tessera – A small tablet	Rikárdó – Brave ruler
Vanessza – Butterfly	Teodor – Gift of God
Vilma – Will, desire; helmet, protection	Tódor – God’s Gift
Violett – Purple/blue flower	Vendel – Related to the Germanic tribe Wends
Virgínia – Maiden, virgin	Vida – Life

Cool Hungarian Names

Cool Hungarian names blend traditional Magyar phonetics with a contemporary flair, making them stand out in a crowd. Check out our list of cool names reflecting the most amazing parts of history.

Female Names	Male Names
Adria – From Hadria	Aba – Born on Thursday
Amália – Work	Ágost – Majestic or venerable
Anelia – Merciful	Andris – Man or warrior
Arabella – Yielding to prayer	Andró – Man or warrior
Aranka – Gold	Anton – Priceless, Invaluable
Ariella – Lion of God	Axel – Father of peace
Aura – Breeze or wind	Balind – Bringer of wisdom
Beatrix – She who brings happiness	Bán – Lord or master
Brenda – Sword	Bános – Lord or master
Celina – Heaven	Bartal – Son of talmai
Dafné – Laurel	Bartó – Son of Talmai
Dana – God is my judge	Bartos – Son of talmai
Danica – Morning Star or Daybreak	Batal – Fighter
Edina – Rich, wealthy	Bátor – Brave
Elvira – All true	Bekény – Spoil, Unfertile
Etelka – Noble	Benke – Blessed
Etta – Estate ruler	Berény – Benefactor or tax collector
Gemma – Precious stone	Bertók – Bright, famous
Gertrúd – Strong spear	Bese – Occupational name for a fine collector
Hajnal – Dawn	Bogát – Likely related to wealth or richness
Heléna – Shining light	Bonifác – Good Fate or Good Fortune
Henriett – Home ruler	Borbás – Barber
Hermina – Warrior maiden	Botár – Messenger or herald
Hilda – Battle woman	Csák – Clan, family
Imogén – Innocent, maiden	Csépán – Tap or faucet
Irma – War goddess	Demeter – Earth mother
Júnó – Queen of the heavens, youthful	Dusán – soul, spirit
Kamilia – Young ceremonial attendant	Edgár – Wealthy spear-man
Karla – Free woman	Eged – Name of a mountain in Hungary
Karola – Free Man	Egon – Edge of a sword
Kendra – Greatest champion, knowledge	Előd – Ancestor
Kíra – Sun	Etele – Food
Klarissza – Bright, clear	Fabó – Object shaped bean
Kleopátra – Glory of the father	Ferkó – Free man
Klotild – Famous battle	Frigyes – Peaceful ruler
Kora – Maiden	Gábriel – God is my strength
Kornélia – Horn	Gara – Goshawk
Leonóra – Light	Gazsi – Treasurer
Lilium – Lily	Gyárfás – Smith’s tree
Magda – Pearl	Illés – My God is Yahweh
Mahália – Tenderness	Ipoly – Name of a river in Hungary
Margita – Pearl	Jeromos – Sacred name
Margó – Pearl, child of light	Joachim – Raised by God
Marianna – Bitter or sea of bitterness	Jókai – Warrior, innovative, handsome
Martina – Warlike	Karcsa – Slim or slender
Matild – Powerful in battle	Kardos – Sword maker
Maura – Dark-skinned	Karsa – Falcon
Melina – Honey	Konstantin – Constant, Steadfast
Miriam – Wished-for child	Korvin – Raven
Mirjam – Bitter or sea of bitterness	Kósa – Hay cutter or reaper
Nazira – Equal, comparable	Kozma – Order or beauty
Noella – Christmas, born on Christmas	Lipót – Brave people
Oriána – Sunrise	Mór – Moor
Palóma – Dove	Mózes – Drawn out (of the water)
Romi – My exaltation	Nikola – Victory of the People
Roxána – Dawn	Odin – Frenzy, rage
Rózsa – Rose	Ödön – Wealth or fortune
Stefa – Crown	Oktáj – eighth
Támár – Date palm tree	Olavi – Ancestor’s descendant
Tara – Star	Orbán – Urban or from the city
Valencia – Strength, Health	Örs – Guard or watchman
Vera – Faith	Özséb – He will add
Xénia – Hospitality	Sigmund – Victorious protector
Zelda – Gray warrior, blessed	Surány – Name of an honor
Zsani – God is gracious	Szecső – The guardian of the key, Key-Town
Zsinett – Ribbon	Tóbiás – God is good
Zsoka – God is gracious	Valter – Ruler of the army
Zsuzsa – Lily	Vid – Merriment or happiness

Rare Hungarian Names

Rare Hungarian names are treasures of the nation’s linguistic and cultural heritage, echoing tales of bygone eras. In this list of rare Hungarian names are those that only appeared a few times during our research.

Female Names	Male Names
Adelin – Noble	Abád – Place name
Adina – Slender	Abbás – Abbot
Aletta – Of noble kin	Abos – Father
Anita – Grace	Acsád – Place name
Annabella – Loving	Adolár – Noble and brave
Annamária – Grace + Wished-for child	Adony – Place name
Arlett – Oath	Agád – Healthy
Árvácska – Pansy or violet flower	Agmánd – Respectful protector.
Azálea – Dry, flower	Ajtony – Historical figure
Berta – Brilliant, bright	Akacsas – Acacia
Daniella – God is my judge	Alajos – Famous warrior
Darla – Dear	Alpár – Noble, bright
Délia – From Delos	Arisztid – Best kind
Delila – Delicate	Árnyas – Shady
Dina – Judged or Vindicated	Árs – chariot
Elinor – Bright, shining one	Asztrik – Star
Elli – Light	Atád – Father, parent
Emőke – Great mother	Azzony – A surname
Erzsi – God is my oath	Bajan – Epic
Evangelina – Bringer of good news	Bánk – Bench table counter, edge of the river
Felícia – Happy, fortunate	Bartla – Son of Talmai
Gabi – God is my strength	Bató – Bat, club
Gisella – Pledge, hostage	Batos – Stone
Golda – Gold, golden	Bene – Good
Harriet – Ruler of the home, estate ruler	Bercel – Bushy hill
Heidi – Noble, of noble birth	Bertold – Bright Strength
Ida – Hardworking	Bodor – Curly
Jolánka – Violet flower	Csát – Buckle
Jozefa – God will increase	Csatár – Warrior
Julesa – Young	Csatárd – Unknown
Kató – Pure	Damján – To Tame, Subdue
Kitana – Honorable	Döbrögi – Good
Lola – Sorrows	Döme – Earth mother
Loréna – Laurel	Elmó – Helmet, protection
Lukrécia – Profit	Fabianus – Bean grower
Mábel – Lovable, dear one	Fábiusz – Bean grower
Magdaléna – Woman from Magdala	Filep – Friend of horses
Magdus – From Magdala	Fodor – Curly
Magnólia – Flower, magnolia tree	Gálos – Great leader
Maida – Maiden	Gusztáv – Staff of the Goths
Margarét – Pearl, precious	Gy – Ravine
Marica – Beloved	Gyenes – From Dionysus, Thracian god of wine
Marléne – Wished-for child, from Magdala	Héder – Glory
Mártuska – Lady, mistress	Izsák – He will laugh
Melani – Black, dark	Jutas – Of Judea
Mercédesz – Mercies	Kadosa – Just
Níla – Blue	Kajetán – From Gaeta
Opál – Gemstone, precious stone	Karád – Soldier
Patrícia – Noble	Kazinczy – From Kazinc
Perla – Pearl	Keve – Pebble
Petronella – Rock	Kincső – Treasure
Rózsi – Rose	Kont – Bold or brave
Szabina – Sabine	Laborc – Brave panther
Szeréna – Serene, calm	Medard – Powerful
Tánya – Fairy Queen	Nesztor – Returner, traveler
Teréz – Harvest	Obadiás – Servant of the Lord
Triniti – Trinity	Ödi – Wealthy defender
Tündér – Fairy	Odiló – Wealthy, fortunate
Valéria – To be strong	Odó – Wealthy, fortunate
Véda – Knowledge	Oktáv – Eighth
Violetta – Violet	Rajmond – Protecting hands
Viviána – Alive	Tihamér – Likes silence
Vivianna – Lively	Titusz – Honorable
Zia – Light or glow	Ugor – Jump
Zoltána – Life	Vitális – Life
Zsanika – God is gracious	Vladimír – Ruler of the World
Zseraldin – Sage	Zsiga – Life force

Unusual Hungarian Names

Check out our compilation of rare names that echo ancient legends’ whispers and the Carpathian landscape’s rhythm. Whether rooted in folklore or the undulating cadence of the Magyar tongue, these names are awaiting discovery.

Female Names	Male Names
Alba – Dawn	Abony – Place name
Amál – Hope	Ajád – Wise
Anabel – Loving	Apród – Servant
Ariadna – Most holy	Atalik – Fatherly
Asma – Supreme	Bács – Elderly man
Atália – God is exalted	Bádog – Tin
Auguszta – Venerable	Bagamér – A village in Hajdú-Bihar county, Hungary
Bözsi – God is my oath	Bajnok – Champion
Csinszka – Beauty	Barabás – Son of the father
Dária – Possesses a lot, wealthy	Báthory – From Bátor
Dominika – Lord	Bátony – From Bát
Era – Earth	Becse – Precious
Eufrozina – Joy, mirth	Bede – English”prayer”
Eugénia – Well-born, noble	Bedő – Examine, scrutinize
Frida – Peace	Bodis – Unknown
Gizella – Hostage, pledge	Buda – Awakened or enlightened
Glória – Glory	Bulcsú – Name of a 10th Century Hungarian military leader
Helga – Holy, Sacred	Csegő – Fragment
Héra – Hero or warrior	Cseke – Hollow
Ilka – Flattering	Csobád – An old Hungarian surname
Irina – Peace	Csombor – Basil
Izidóra – Gift of Isis	Csontos – Bony
Juliána – Youthful, downy	Dános – Danish man
Karolin – Free man	Demény – Brave
Karolina – Free man	Deodát – Given by God
Katalinka – Pure	Dévald – A Hungarian surname
Katerina – Pure	Dormán – Wild animal
Lenke – Light	Ernő – Serious, resolute
Letti – Joy, happiness	Geréb – Crane
Linneá – Lime tree, twinflower	Gerzson – Stranger, foreigner
Mariann – Beloved or grace	Helias – The Lord is my God
Nancsi – Grace	Jámbor – Gentle, meek
Odett – Melody	Karolj – Free man
Olimpia – From Olympus	Kemenes – Fiery
Otília – Riches	Koppány – Great, tall
Rafaella – God has healed	Miháltz – Who is like God?
Ramóna – Protecting hands	Nárcisz – Daffodil
Romána – From Rome	Obert – Wealthy, bright
Romina – From the Roman empire	Ogmánd – Terrifying protector
Salóme – Peace	Ogotáj – 3rd son of Genghis Khan
Sarolt – Princess	Oguz – Arrow
Stefánia – Crown or Garland	Oktár – Proud, boastful
Szimonetta – He has heard	Oldamur – Unknown
Teodóra – Gift of God	Ompoly – Ampleumian
Tiana – Follower of Christ	Osvát – God’s power
Zella – Happy, blessed;	Pongrác – All-powerful
Zsaklin – Supplanter	Tiborc – Honest man
Zsálya – Sage	Zsadány – A village in Békés county, Hungary

Names of Famous Hungarian Men and Women

Ernő Rubik, born in Hungary in 1944, is an architect and inventor whose works have made his last name recognizable. He has spent much of his life creating mechanical puzzles, his most famous being the world-famous Rubik’s Cube. Erno is of High German origin and means ‘earnest.’

Béla Lugosi is an actor most recognized for his roles in the horror films Dracula and Son of Frankenstein. He was born in Hungary in 1882 under the name Béla Ferenc Dezső Blaskó. He acted in plays and movies. Béla is a name that originates in Old Hungarian and means ‘bravery.’

Ferenc Puskás was born in Hungary in 1927. He is considered to be one of the greatest soccer players in history and was one of the first internationally recognized and celebrated soccer star. Ferenc is of Latin origin and means ‘free man.’

Franz Liszt, born in Hungary in 1811, was one of the most influential composers of his time and is considered one of the greatest pianists of all time. His music was incredibly popular in Europe and remained so to this day. Franz is a Hungarian name of Germanic origin, meaning ‘fierce’ and ‘bold’.

Ignaz Semmelweis was a pioneer in medicine and tirelessly advocated for greater sanitary practices in medicine. Born in Hungary in 1818, he discovered that doctors who washed their hands in a chlorinated lime solution drastically reduced infections in their patients. Ignaz is a Hungarian name of Latin origin that means ‘fiery one.’

References

Information from Wikipedia on male and female Hungarian names was used in the collection of this data.