What are Bosnian naming customs?

In Bosnia, the family name usually comes before the personal given name. An example is KAČIĆ Ivan. This convention is followed by Bosniaks, Croats, and Serbs. Surnames can have the suffix ‘-ić, while family names can end in ‘-begović’. The last names are usually passed through the male side of the family.

What is the process of naming a child with a Bosnian name, and what factors are typically considered?

Many family names in Bosnia have the surname suffix -ić. They are commonly -ević or -ović. These names can end in -begović. Bosnian names can indicate ethnicity. For example, MUSTAFAGIĆ has the Islamic component ‘Mustafa’. hadj or bey are some Bosnian names that show Islamic or Turkish roots (3).

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20 Bosnian Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With N

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Naila	Girl	Attainer; Successful one
Nidal	Boy	Struggle
Nedim	Boy	Drinking companion; Confidant; Friend
Nermin	Unisex	Soft; Gentle
Nejla	Girl	Wide-eyed; Attainer
Nastasja	Girl	Resurrected through baptism
Nadina	Girl	Hope
Nejra	Girl	Sparkle or shine
Nadin	Girl	Hope; Noble; Generous
Neron	Boy	Strong; Vigorous

Nihad	Boy	Nature; Disposition
Nebojsa	Boy	Without fear
Nermana	Girl	Hero
Nermina	Girl	Soft; Gentle
Nihada	Girl	Character; Temper
Nijaza	Girl	Wish or need
Nisveta	Girl	Bosnian term for woman
Nurija	Boy	Light
Nusret	Boy	Victory; Help
Nusreta	Girl	Victory; Help

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