Are there any specific suffixes or prefixes commonly used in Macedonian names?

Macedonian surnames usually contain certain suffixes to distinguish between male and female names. Masculine suffixes include ‘-ski,’ ‘-ev,’ ‘-evsk,’ and ‘-ov,’ while feminine suffixes include ‘-eva,’ ‘-ska,’ ‘evska,’ and ‘-ova (2).’

What role do Macedonian baby names play in preserving and celebrating Macedonian identity?

Macedonian baby names play a big role in preserving Macedonian identity. These names have a rich cultural or historical significance associated with them and promote the Macedonian language and culture across the world.

What are some gender-neutral or unisex names commonly used for baby girls in Macedonia?

Some names which are considered to be unisex in Macedonian culture include Ljuba, derived from the Slavic element ‘lyuby,’ meaning love, Vaska which is a Macedonian variant of the name Basil which means ‘king,’ and Angel which is derived from the Latin name Angelus which means ‘messenger.’

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5 Macedonian Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With R

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Rosa	Girl	Rose; Dew
Roza	Girl	Rose; Fame
Rumina	Unisex	Ruddy; Rosy; To flow; Water; Apple tree; Udder; Throat
Rozalija	Girl	A woman who is like the beautiful rose
Rumena	Girl	Feminine form of Rumen; Ruddy or red-cheeked