Men's and women's Georgian names very diverse. They absorbed the entire history of the people and became the best illustration of its long and thorny path to self-determination. Many of the beautiful Georgian names have foreign origin and meaning. They appeared as a result of close communication between Georgians and the peoples of neighboring powers (Russia, the North Caucasus, Iran, Armenia, etc.). These merged into the national naming system, making it even more diverse, interesting and attractive.

Origin of Georgian names for girls and boys

Taking into account their origin, male and female Georgian names can be divided into three groups.

1. Names borrowed from other peoples. Many of them appeared as a result of cultural exchange with Eastern Slavs. Some ancient Georgian names were drawn from Western languages. No less serious imprint on modern system The naming of Georgia was left by the culture of the Persian and Arab peoples.
2. Original Georgian names. They were drawn from pre-Christian folklore.
3. Biblical names. Their appearance is associated with the spread of Christianity in Georgia (5th century). This category includes Orthodox Georgian names for girls of Hebrew, Roman and Greek origin.

Top popular Georgian names for boys

• Vakhtang. Has Persian roots. Translated into Russian it means “wolf body”.
• Grigol. Georgian version of the name Gregory = "cheerful".
• David. The name is of Hebrew origin. Translated it means “beloved”.
• Zurab. Georgian version Persian name Suhrab = "ruby".
• Iraklia. From the name Hercules = “glory to Hera.”
• Kakha. Translated from Georgian = “Kakhetian”.
• Nikoloz. Georgian version of the name Nikolai = “conqueror of nations.”
• Saba. Arabic name. Translated as “light breeze” / “captive old man”
• Sando. Variant of the name Alexander = “protector”.

Rating of modern Georgian names for girls

• Ani. Corresponds to the first letter of the Georgian alphabet.
• Ketevan. The Georgian version of the name Ekaterina = “purity”.
• Leah. From the Hebrew "sad".
• Nana. Translated from Georgian = “tender” / “kind”.
• Nino. Variant of the name Nina = “youth”.
• Sofiko. Georgian version of the name Sophia = "wisdom".
• Suliko. Translated into Russian it means “soul”.
• Tamriko. Georgian version of the name Tamara.
• Tinatin. Translated from Georgian = “glimmer of the sun.”

The meaning of native Georgian male and female names

The original most beautiful Georgian names for boys and girls have ancient origin. Many of them are legends and fairy tales (Chichiko, Gogol, Mlegiko, Tsira, etc.). Some traditional Georgian girls' names arose as word forms from adjectives, nouns and common nouns (Mindra, Badri, etc.). Quite a large portion of these names continue to be used today.

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Georgian men's and female names and their meaning

Georgia is a state in the South Caucasus, the capital is Tbilisi. Population – 4.5 million people.

The Georgian name book (name book) consists of large groups names, due to the fact that throughout their history, the indigenous peoples of Georgia closely communicated with the peoples of neighboring states - Russia, the North Caucasus, Armenia, Iran, Byzantium, the Arab Caliphate, Azerbaijan, Turkey, etc.

Georgian names include:

- names formed from common nouns. For example, Shota is fire, Angela is a snowflake.

- names borrowed from Perso-Arabic literature. For example, male Rostom, Bezhan, Givi are Georgian forms of the Iranian names Rustam, Bizhan, Giv.

- biblical names. Many names appeared among Georgians in connection with the spread of Christianity, starting in the 5th century. Biblical names include Hebrew, Greek, and Roman names. For example, Aviv, David, Giorgi, Ioane, Isak, Isidore, Mose.

- names of Slavic origin(Vladimir and others)

- names from Western Europe : Albert, Maurice, Carlo, Eduard, Diana, Inga, Irma and others.

Georgian male names

Avtandil- the heart of the motherland

Auto- the heart of the motherland

Bijo– young

Vaja– courageous

Vaso- royal

Vakhtang- wolf

Vepho- tiger

Genatsvale- Friend

Gia– farmer

Gogi– brave

David- Darling

Kakha– from Kakheti

Mamuka- Sunrise

Revaz- ginger

Born– martyr

Shalva- world

Shota- fire

Shukri– farmer

Archil, Zurab, Dato, Levan, Tamaz (Tomaz), Irakli, Nodar, Guram, Givi, Otar, Gela, Gocha, Mamuka, Merab, Shalva, Tengiz, Teimuraz, Nuzgar, Malkhaz, Amiran, Sergo, Gia, Vasili, Iosib , Zviad, Badri, Iuri, Akaki, Ramaz, Anzori, Koba, Zaur, Omari, Grigoli, Kakhaberi, Kakha, Koto, Rezo, Jumberi, Murmani, Dato, Emzari, Soso, Valiko, Mzevinar, Murad, Zakaria, Manuchar, Andro , Leri, Grigoli, Petre, Vano, Jaba, Ruben, Jimsheri, Nukri, Vardo, Dzhambul, Jaba.

Georgian female names

Darico– gift of God

Kekela- beautiful

Lamara– sea

Manana- revealed to God

Mzia- Sun

Natela- Firefly

Nana- mercy, grace

Nino, Nina– Nin – god of fertility

Sofiko– wisdom

Suliko– sincere

Tatia– organizer

Tamriko (Tamara)– fig tree

Angela- snowflake

Eteri, Guliko, Ketevani, Natia, Khatuna, Lia, Nanuli, Rusudani, Makvala, Lela, Nona, Nani, Keto, Naira, Tamil, Eliko, Tsiuri, Katino, Sonia (Sona), Naziko, Taliko, Karine, Tamuna, Nutsa , Eliko, Pati, Gogutsa, Hanuma, Giuli, Nukri, Vardo.

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Like almost any people, Georgians have traditional names, religious and borrowed from other languages.

The original names were given to children born in rural areas , for example: Mgelika - “wolf cub”, Badri - “fidget”.

Under the influence of Byzantium, church names having Jewish and Greek origin. This:

Names borrowed by Georgians are also quite common:

1. Among the Eastern Slavs:
   • Vladimeri (Vladimir).
   • Iagora (Egor).
2. Ingush: Jokola.
3. Ossetians: Tatash.
4. For Europeans:
   • Maurice.
   • John.
   • Edward.
   • Carlo.

Naming traditions for boys

When choosing a name for their baby, Georgians are guided by the following principles:

• give the child the name of one of the relatives (grandmother, grandfather) to demonstrate their respect for the older generation;
• choose a name according to church books (Georgian calendar);
• they give the name that the parents like and goes with the surname;
• generate the child's name from the names of the mother and father (a rather rare option).

Some parents, guided modern trends, give their children the names of their favorite cinematic heroes or characters from books.

List of all modern variants alphabetically and their meanings

The euphonious Georgian male names are the following:

• Badri – « full moon" This boy has a heightened sense of justice. He persistently achieves his goals and rarely renounces his own principles.
• Berdia- “given by God.” A serious, sometimes even gloomy boy. Rarely needs the approval of others. Loves loneliness.

• Vakhtang- “wolf body”. Little Vakhtang is a reliable friend and a real support for his parents. He is honest, open and inquisitive.
• Vaso- “royal”. A boy named Vaso has been showing his talents since childhood. It could be music, painting, theater. In any case, this child is naturally gifted and comprehensively developed.

• Genatsvale- "Friend". A brave, independent, inquisitive boy. Able to independently make serious and thoughtful decisions.
• Gotcha- “old man”. Willful, sometimes selfish. Rarely needs support and approval. Able to achieve a goal thanks to his willpower.

• David- "Darling". Sociable, friendly and obedient boy. Very attached to his mother. He needs her love and support all his life.
• Janico- “in love.” Romantic nature, dreamer and inventor. He has a very fine mental organization. Needs strong patrons, who can be parents or friends.

• Ilia- “the fortress of the Lord.” Secretive, withdrawn, sometimes seeming too gloomy. He likes to listen more than to talk. Knows how to think logically and make informed decisions since childhood.
• Irakli- “hero”. Brave, independent, but very careful and economical. Will never share with strangers and with those about whom you are not sure. Does not forgive insults.

• Kakha- “winner”. A born leader: decisive, responsible, resourceful. Knows how to be responsible for his words and actions.
• Koba- “follower”. The bearer of this name is a reliable friend who you can always rely on. He does not betray and hates traitors. Koba will always say it to his face if the person himself or his actions seem outrageous to him.

• Lado- "owning the world". Little Lado, despite his mobility and restlessness, rarely causes inconvenience to his parents. He gets sick a little, studies well and respects his elders.
• Levan- "a lion". Levan grows up calm and not capricious. He studies well, helps his parents around the house, and shows interest in sports and science.

• Malkhaz- “prince”. Malkhaz has natural charisma, so he is loved and appreciated in society. Knows how to easily and naturally get out of any situation. Has well-developed intuition.
• Mamuka- "Sunrise". Cheerful, active, honest. He easily finds friends and just as easily breaks up with those who, in Mamuka’s opinion, are not worthy of his attention.

Otar – “medicine”. Flock with youth hot-tempered, capricious and demanding. It is difficult to surprise him with anything and not easy to calm him down. But the name Otar carries a powerful energy charge. Bearers of this name are successful in business and career.

• Pavliko- "small". A sympathetic boy who is always ready to help. Balanced, honest, friendly.
• Peto- "stone". He has a vulnerable and unstable character. Needs a reliable friend and a strong family.

• Revaz- “great”. In appearance, Revaz may seem overly strict and even gloomy, but at heart he is a kind, open and very affectionate boy. Values ​​his family and friends.
• Rustam- “hero”. Little Rustam is the brightest and most extraordinary boy in any company. He has natural artistry and knows how to win the attention of society.

Sula- "soul". Sula seems quiet and inconspicuous. He listens more than he talks. But Sula is only like that in appearance. This is a true leader who knows how to lead and make responsible decisions from a young age.

Khvicha- “brilliant.” Khvicha strives to always and everywhere be in charge. He feels great potential in himself and from childhood he patronizes all the weak.

Chichiko - “little man”. Chichiko is a kind and sweet boy. His parents love him for his flexibility and hard work, his friends love him for his selflessness and openness.

• Shaliko- "world". Shaliko is a lively and disorganized baby who finds it difficult to sit still and focus on one thing. He needs to be everywhere and everywhere. Loves books, but rarely shows them off great success learning.
• Shota- "fire". Shota is demanding both of himself and of those around him. This is a little idealist who is persistent in achieving his own goals and does not set himself before anything.

Georgian male names glorify ancient legends, heroic deeds, natural phenomena, strong animals and the best human qualities. Nowadays there is a tendency to name children European, but interest in the culture of other peoples also does not fade.

History of the origin of Georgian names

There are three groups of names: native, Christian and foreign.

• The original ones date back to the pre-Christian period (before the 4th century). These are “native” Georgian words that have not been influenced by other cultures.
• With the adoption of Christianity, church names with Greek and Jewish origin. Their use has become mandatory.
• Foreign words came through cultural exchange. Georgians actively adopt them through literature and cinema.

List of beautiful Georgian names for boys

There are no ugly Georgian names: they are all beautiful in both sound and meaning.

But there are a few special ones that we have included in a separate list of Georgian names:

• Berdia, Berdo – “given by God”;
• Atanas – “immortal”;
• Vano – “God’s mercy”;
• Mamuka – “sunrise”;
• Janiko, Jano, Jansug - “lover”;
• Lucia, Lucian - “light”;
• Shota – “fire”;
• Sula – “soul”;
• Khvicha – “shimmering”;
• Shaliko, Shalika, Shaluta - “peace”.

Georgians used to have a beautiful tradition: surnames depended on baptism. For example, the parents named the child Nikoloz, in the church he was baptized as Nikolai, so his last name was Nikoladze.

Rare male names of Georgian origin

In old times rural population When choosing what to name a newborn, she took ideas from the surrounding world, everyday life, and mythology.

For example:

• Mgelika means "wolf cub";
• Dzaglika translates as “puppy”;
• Velho means "tiger";
• Jumber is a “little lion cub”;
• Badri means "full moon";
• Mindia is a character from mythology who understood the language of animals, birds, plants;
• Aguna was the patron of winemaking;
• Morige was considered the "highly revered lord of heaven";
• Armazi was recognized as the “main deity.”

How beautiful these names sound! Why have they become rare? The adoption of Christianity obliged people to use names corresponding to the religion (David, Isaac, Ioane) instead of the ancient Georgian ones. It was possible to preserve the original words only thanks to ancient folklore.

The most popular Georgian names and their meanings

According to Georgian registry offices, the most common male name– Giorgi (“farmer”), as well as its varieties Grigoli and Iagora.

In addition, the list of popular Georgian names included:

• Genatsvale – “friend”. Its bearer is self-confident, possesses strong character, clean, disciplined.
• Soso - “addition”. Future outstanding scientist or creative person, capable of concentrating on one task for a long time, thanks to which he achieves perfection in any of them.
• Irakli is a “hero”. A reliable comrade, a pleasant conversationalist, a defender of justice, and has an excellent sense of humor.
• Zurab – “divine”. The key character trait is selflessness. This man is capable of sacrificing himself for a great goal.
• Leo - "lion". He strives to be the first in everything, and does not shy away from entering into conflicts in order to prove his strength and emerge victorious from the situation.
• Otar, Otia – “fragrant”. He is open to new things, dreams of creating something great, extraordinary that will make him known to the whole world. Possesses high level empathy.
• Titus, Tito, Titiko - “honor”. Freedom-loving, he really doesn’t like to depend on anyone (including family members). Strives to be useful.
• Peto, Petre, Petroua, Petua - “stone”. The character traits of their owners are not at all “stone” - they do not sit in one place, love change, have a sharp mind and quick reaction.
• Sergi – “tall”. An esthete, loves beautiful (sublime) things. Strives for a rich, eventful life, surrounds himself with comfort, creating a pleasant atmosphere for life.

Interesting fact: the name George in one form or another is popular in many countries. The Englishman George, the Pole Jerzy, the Spaniard Jorge, the Turk Jirjis, the Portuguese Jorge - that's all about him.

Unusual and forgotten names

Surprisingly, some names that seem typically Georgian are actually borrowed from foreigners:

• Vakhtang is from Persia. His interpretation is very pleasant and life-affirming: “happiness”, “luck”.
• Rostom and Bejan are from Iran. According to the interpretation, such people are distinguished by courage and reliability.
• Givi came from ancient Greek literature. This character is a “glorious hero.”
• Jokola was adopted from the Ingush, that was the name of the famous mountain leader.
• Tatash is a hero-hero from ancient Ossetian literature.

It is important to mention another half-forgotten name, this time originally Georgian - Archil. This was the name of the king of Imereti and Kakheti (these are the territories of modern Georgia). He contributed to the spread of Christianity and did not renounce his faith even under torture, for which he was canonized.

How to choose a name for a boy

Don't know where to start when choosing a name for a boy?

1. Religion. The dominant religions in Georgia are Orthodoxy, Catholicism and Islam. Orthodox and Catholic families are guided church calendar, and followers of Islam are guided by the prophets.
2. Family history. There is a tradition of naming in honor of ancestors: grandparents, more distant relatives.
3. Numerology. You can take the date of birth as a basis and select a name from a directory of so-called name numbers.
4. Interpretation. It is believed that a name defines a person, influences his character and destiny. Here you should first decide what kind of character traits you want to see in your son, and name him, focusing on the meaning of the name.
5. Authority. Children are often named after their favorite Georgian actor, writer, musician or other famous person.

Remember that numerology and interpretation are beautiful symbols, but nothing more. Yes, you can resort to them to simplify the choice, but completely relying on numbers is pointless. How a boy will actually grow up, and how his fate will turn out, will depend on his upbringing, environment and combination of circumstances, and therefore choose a name to your liking - euphonious, pleasing to the ear, easy to remember and pronounce.

Georgian names have absorbed rich history Georgian land and the friendly character of its people.

Georgian folk names.

Meaning large group of ancients Georgian names associated with the languages ​​of numerous ethnographic groups of Georgians - Khevsurs, Pshavs, Imeretians, Mingrelians, Svans, Gurians. Folk names formed from various concepts And common nouns. As in many other languages, they are very similar to nicknames - Mgelika (wolf cub), Dzaglika (puppy, dog), Chichiko (man), Bichiko (boy), Gogola (girl), Mzekala (sun-maiden), Tsira (red girl). Some names became popular after being made famous famous people. For example, the male name Vazha (courageous, man) was originally part of the pseudonym Georgian poet Vazha Pshavela. And his grandfather was the first bearer of the common name Imedi (hope). Among Georgians even now you can meet a man with traditional name Badri or Mindia, the woman Dali or Tsiala.

Eastern borrowings.

The geographical location of Georgia at the junction of Western and Eastern civilizations has led to the fact that Georgians have always been in close communication with the peoples inhabiting neighboring lands. Naturally, these contacts were reflected in the borrowing of names. Origin story some Georgian names begin with literary works Iran and Arab Caliphate. Rostom, Bezhan, Givi - Georgian forms of the Iranian names Rustam, Bijan, Giv from the epic “Shah-name”. Eastern borrowings also include such common Georgian names as Vakhtang, Zurab, Ramazi, Leila, Rusudan.

Christian names and Russian borrowings.

In the 4th century, Christianity became the state religion of Georgia. Since that time, Hebrew, Greek and latin names, taken from the Bible - Giorgi (George), David, Ioane (John), Isaac, Mose (Moses). As in Russia, Georgian names with religious meaning were chosen based on, which were replenished with the names of Georgian saints - Abo, Archil, Luarsab, Ketevan, Shushanik. At all times, parents willingly named a boy in honor of St. George, and girls in honor of St. Nina and the legendary Queen Tamara.

Georgia has long had close cultural ties with Russia, and in early XIX century and completely became part of Russian Empire. Therefore, in many Georgian families, children wore, which were peculiarly adapted to the Georgian language - Iagora (Egor), Vladimeri (Vladimir) and its form Lado, Valiko (Valentin), Andro (Andrey).

In the modern Georgian name book specific place occupied by the names of Western Europe - John, Carlo, Maurice, Edward, Irma, Inga, Diana.