This list covers 28 Slavic boy names starting with the letter “G,” running alphabetically from “Gavril” to “Gury.” Most come from Russia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Poland, and many trace back to Christian saints, Orthodox tradition, or old Slavic words for nature, strength, and peace. Parents use them for naming newborns, and writers and genealogists use them to identify regional and cultural origins.

Slavic boy names are given names rooted in the Slavic language family, often carrying meanings tied to nature, virtue, or faith. Many, like “Gavrilo” and “Grigor,” are Slavic adaptations of biblical figures such as Gabriel and Gregory. Others, like “Gorislav” and “Gostimir,” combine native Slavic roots to form entirely original compound names.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Country, Pronunciation, Meaning, and Description.

Name: the given name itself, spelled the way it’s commonly written and used in its country of origin today.

Country: the nation or region where the name is most traditionally used, helping you place its cultural background.

Pronunciation: a simple phonetic guide showing you how to say the name correctly, with stressed syllables in capital letters.

Meaning: the literal or historical meaning behind the name, often rooted in nature, virtue, or an old Slavic word.

Description: background on the name’s origin, popularity, or notable namesakes, giving you context beyond the bare definition.

Slavic boy names

NameCountryPronunciationMeaning
GavrilRussiaguh-VREELGod is my strength
GavriloSerbiaguh-VREE-lohGod is my strength
GavrailBulgariagah-vrah-EELGod is my strength
GennadyRussiagen-NAH-deeNoble, generous
GeorgiBulgariaGYOR-geeFarmer, earth-worker
GlebRussiaglehbHeir of God
GoranSerbiaGOH-rahnMountain man
GordanCroatiaGOR-dahnProud
GordeiRussiagor-DAYProud, dignified
GojkoSerbiaGOY-kohTo nurture, to raise
GojmirCroatiaGOY-meerNurturer of peace
GrigorBulgariaGREE-gorWatchful, vigilant
GrigoriyRussiagree-GOH-reeWatchful, vigilant
GrzegorzPolandGZHEH-goshWatchful, vigilant
GorazdSloveniaGOH-razdQuick, skilled
GrozdanBulgariagroz-DAHNGrape cluster
GvozdenSerbiaGVOZ-denIron
GolubSerbiaGOH-loobDove
GajCroatiaguyGrove
GradimirSerbiaGRAH-dee-meerBuilder of peace
GostimirSerbiaGOS-tee-meerGuest of peace
GorislavSerbiaGOR-ee-slahvGlory of the mountain
GostislavSerbiaGOS-tee-slahvGlory of the guest
GedeonCzech RepublicGEH-deh-onMighty warrior
GalinBulgariagah-LEENCalm, peaceful
GniewomirPolandgnyeh-VOH-meerWrath toward peace
GermogenRussiager-moh-GYENOf Hermes’ line
GuryRussiaGOO-reeLion cub

Descriptions

Gavril
A Slavic Orthodox form of Gabriel, common in Russia, Bulgaria, and Serbia, honoring the archangel of the same name.
Gavrilo
The Serbian and Croatian variant of Gabriel, notably the name of Gavrilo Princip, a key figure in early 20th-century Balkan history.
Gavrail
The Bulgarian Orthodox rendering of Gabriel, used mainly among churchgoers and in traditional naming.
Gennady
A widely used Russian name derived from the Greek Gennadios, meaning “noble-minded” or “generous.”
Georgi
The Bulgarian and Macedonian form of George, consistently one of the most popular male names in Bulgaria.
Gleb
An old East Slavic name borne by an 11th-century Kievan Rus prince canonized as a saint alongside his brother Boris.
Goran
A South Slavic name from “gora” (mountain), widely used across Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia, and Slovenia.
Gordan
A Croatian and Serbian name tied to the root “gordost,” meaning pride or dignity.
Gordei
A Russian name conveying pride and self-respect, still given to boys today.
Gojko
A traditional Serbian name from the verb “gojiti,” meaning to nurture or raise up.
Gojmir
A Croatian compound name blending “gojiti” (to nurture) with “mir” (peace).
Grigor
The Bulgarian and Macedonian form of Gregory, favored for its association with alertness and wisdom.
Grigoriy
The Russian form of Gregory, common among Orthodox Christian families.
Grzegorz
The Polish form of Gregory, one of the more distinctive-sounding common names in Poland.
Gorazd
An old Slavic name borne by one of the seven disciples of Saints Cyril and Methodius, later canonized.
Grozdan
A Bulgarian and Serbian name linked to “grozde” (grapes), traditionally given to boys born during the grape harvest.
Gvozden
A rare Serbian name meaning “made of iron,” chosen to suggest strength and resilience.
Golub
An uncommon Serbian name meaning “dove,” a traditional symbol of peace and gentleness.
Gaj
A short Croatian name meaning “grove” or “small wood,” valued for its simplicity.
Gradimir
A Serbian compound name joining “graditi” (to build) with “mir” (peace).
Gostimir
An old Slavic compound name combining “gost” (guest) with “mir” (peace).
Gorislav
A Slavic compound name blending “gora” (mountain) with “slava” (glory).
Gostislav
An old Slavic compound name combining “gost” (guest) with “slava” (glory).
Gedeon
The Slavic form of the biblical Gideon, used among Czech, Slovak, and Ukrainian communities.
Galin
A Bulgarian name derived from the word for calmness, reflecting a gentle temperament.
Gniewomir
An archaic Polish compound name joining “gniew” (anger) with “mir” (peace), used by medieval Slavic nobility.
Germogen
A Russian name of Greek origin borne by several Orthodox saints and Patriarchs of Moscow.
Gury
A Russian name of Hebrew origin, tied to an Orthodox saint venerated for missionary work in the Volga region.
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