Slavko
Meaning of Slavko
Originating from the Slavic languages, the name Slavko is a strong and distinctive choice for a baby boy. With its roots in Croatian, Serbian, and Slovenian, this unique name carries deep cultural significance. Pronounced as SLAHV-koh (/ˈslɑːvkoʊ/), Slavko has a melodic sound that rolls off the tongue. It is also worth noting that variations of the name include Slav and Slavik. Although not commonly used in America, data shows that it had a small presence in the United States in 1921 with five occurrences and ranked at 4322. Whether you are drawn to its Slavic heritage or simply appreciate its uncommon charm, Slavko is an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that stands out from the crowd.
Pronunciation
Croatian,Serbian,Slovenian
- Pronunced as SLAHV-koh (/ˈslɑːvkoʊ/)
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Notable People Named Slavko
| Slavko Goldstein was a Croatian historian, politician, and fiction writer. |
| Slavoljub "Slavko" Vorkapić, also known as Slavko Vorkapich, was a Serbian-born Hollywood montagist, artist, and influential figure in modern cinematography during the early and mid-20th century. |
| Slavko Avsenik was a renowned Slovene composer and musician, known for producing over 1,000 songs and achieving success in Slovenia, Europe, and America with the Avsenik Brothers Ensemble. |
| Slavko Dedić is a prominent Montenegrin chess player who has participated in numerous international tournaments and became a national chess referee in 2014. |
| Slavko Janevski was a Macedonian poet, prose and script writer, known for being the author of the first novel in Macedonian and for his contributions to Macedonian literature. |
| Slavko Perović is a prominent Montenegrin politician and co-founder of the Liberal Alliance of Montenegro (LSCG). |
| Slavko Aleksić was a Bosnian Serb Chetnik commander during the Bosnian War. |
| Slavko Lukić is a Serbian footballer known for his position as a right back. |
| Slavko Mandić - Slavko Mandic is a former Serbian-born Croatian football defender. |
| Slavko Perović is a Serbian footballer known for his role as a striker. |
| Slavko Štimac is a Serbian actor known for his work in film and theater. |
| Slavko Pengov was a renowned Slovene painter celebrated for his impressive murals, including those at the National Assembly Building in Ljubljana and the Parish Church of Saint Martin in Bled. |
| Slavko Pavletić was a Croatian footballer known for his time playing as a midfielder for Meteor Zagreb and Concordia Zagreb. |
| Slavko Linić is a Croatian politician and economist who served as the Mayor of Rijeka and as the Minister of Finance in the Government of Zoran Milanović. |
| Slavko Marić is a retired Serbian professional footballer known for his long and successful career as a defender in the Serbian SuperLiga. |
