Vuk
vuk
US Popularity:16068
Origin:Slavic
Meaning:Wolf
The name Vuk signals strength and bravery due to its translation of “wolf” in the Slavic languages. This name is particularly popular in Serbia, where traditionally it was given to baby boys whose mother’s had lost several previous children. It was believed that witches, who ate babies, were afraid of wolves, and thus wouldn’t dare steal a newborn named Vuk. In Serbian epic poetry, wolves are known for their fearlessness, and baby will feel proud growing up with this badge of courage.
Vuk Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Vuk is currently #16068 in U.S. births
Boy:Vuk is currently #7662 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#7662
in 2023
- 3240
from 2022
Sources
Ancestry, Vuk Family History
WordSense, Vuk
WordSense, vuk
Academic Accelerator, Serbian Name
Academic Accelerator, Vuk Name
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