Zeljana
Slavic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Zeljana
Zeljana derives from the Slavic root "želja" meaning "desire" or "wish," with the feminine suffix "-ana" attached to create a personal name.
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Etymology
Zeljana derives from the Slavic root "želja" meaning "desire" or "wish," with the feminine suffix "-ana" attached to create a personal name.
The name is primarily used in South Slavic cultures, particularly among Bosnian, Serbian, and Croatian populations, with significant usage in Muslim communities where it gained prominence during the 20th century.
Zeljana currently ranks #952 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.
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