"golden, made of gold"
Origin: Slavic zlato (gold)
Language: South/East Slavic
Zlata
Pronunciation: [ zl-AHT-uh ]
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A luminous Slavic name meaning pure gold
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"precious, radiant"
Origin: Proto-Slavic
Language: Slavic
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The Story of Zlata
Zlata comes from the Slavic root zlato, meaning gold. It is the feminine form of the adjective zlat (golden) and has been used as a given name across Slavic-speaking countries for centuries. Gold in Slavic cultures symbolized preciousness, beauty, and divine light, making Zlata a name imbued with luminous significance.
Zlata gained international attention in the 1990s when Zlata Filipovic, a young girl from Sarajevo, kept a diary during the Bosnian War that was published worldwide as Zlata's Diary. Today the name carries both traditional Slavic warmth and a poignant modern resonance.
In Slavic folklore and literature, gold (zlato) appears as a symbol of the sun, fertility, and divine blessing. Names meaning golden were bestowed as wishes of prosperity and radiance upon a newborn girl.
Historical Record
Zlata first appeared in US Social Security records in 1990.
Over 390 babies have been named Zlata in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zlata is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,244 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zlata comes directly from the Slavic word zlato meaning gold
- Zlata Filipovic wrote Zlata's Diary during the Siege of Sarajevo in the 1990s, a book compared to Anne Frank's diary
- The related name Zlatan is common for boys in the Balkans, famously borne by soccer star Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Zlata in Other Languages
Czech
Zlatka
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Złota
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Злата
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Croatian
Zlata
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Popularity Over Time
#4,244
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Zlata
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Zlata Ognevich
Musician
1986
Ukrainian singer who represented Ukraine at Eurovision Song Contest 2013
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Zlata Filipovic
Writer
1980
Bosnian author who kept a diary during the Siege of Sarajevo that was published worldwide as Zlata's Diary
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,244
- Total SSA Count
- 34
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Ukrainian Serbian Croatian Czech Slovak
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Zlatka
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zlata
What does the name Zlata mean?
"golden, made of gold" (from Slavic zlato (gold)). "precious, radiant" (from Proto-Slavic). Zlata comes from the Slavic root zlato, meaning gold. It is the feminine form of the adjective zlat (golden) and has been used as a given name across Slavic-speaking countries for centuries. Gold in Slavic cultures symbolized preciousness, beauty, and divine light, making Zlata a name imbued with luminous significance.
What is the origin of the name Zlata?
Zlata has Slavic zlato (gold), Proto-Slavic, Russian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Croatian, Czech, and Slovak origins. In Slavic zlato (gold), it means "golden, made of gold". In Proto-Slavic, it means "precious, radiant".
Is Zlata a boy or girl name?
Zlata is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Zlata?
Zlata is pronounced zl-AHT-uh.
How popular is the name Zlata?
Zlata is currently ranked #4244 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zlata?
Common nicknames for Zlata include Zlatka.
What are good middle names for Zlata?
Popular middle name pairings include Zlata Maria, Zlata Irina, Zlata Vera, Zlata Natasha, Zlata Elena, and Zlata Sofia.
What are good sibling names for Zlata?
Names that pair well with Zlata as siblings include Mila, Vera, Dmitri, Ivan, Anastasia, and Nadia.
How many syllables does Zlata have?
Zlata has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Zlata a common or rare name?
Zlata is an uncommon name, ranked #4244 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Zlata
Zlata is a girl name with Russian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Croatian, Czech, and Slovak origins . The name means "golden, made of gold" in Slavic zlato (gold) .
Zlata is currently ranked #4,244 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Zlata has 2 syllables and is pronounced zl-AHT-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Zlata include Zlatka. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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