The nameGoran
Goran is a boy's name of Slavic origin, common in the Balkans. It is given steadily in France.
- Boy's name
- South Slavic
Meaning
Goran is often linked to the Slavic gora, "mountain", hence "mountain man".
Origin
South Slavic.
History
The name is given steadily in France and is also found in Norway.
Famous people named Goran
- Goran Bregović, musician
Popularity of the name Goran
Goran in France
Goran was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 360 births over the decade, 38% of all recorded babies named Goran. Its rise began around 1966, and it peaked in 1974. Half of all babies named Goran in France were born before 1985, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Goran in Norway
Goran was most popular in Norway in the 1970s, with 475 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Goran. Its rise began around 1952, and it peaked in 1993. Half of all babies named Goran in Norway were born before 1979, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Goran in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Goran mean?
Goran is often linked to the Slavic gora, "mountain", hence "mountain man".
What is the origin of the name Goran?
South Slavic.
Is Goran a girl's or a boy's name?
Goran is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Goran?
Variants and related names of Goran include Georges and Yuri.
Who are famous people named Goran?
Goran Bregović, musician.