Find out how popular the first name Dusan has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dusan by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Dusan is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Dusan.

The history of the first name Dusan

The name Dusan has its origins in the Slavic languages, particularly Serbian and Croatian. It is derived from the Slavic word "duša," meaning "soul" or "spirit." The name is thought to have emerged around the 9th or 10th century AD in the regions of the Balkans.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Dusan can be found in the Serbian epic poetry cycle, the "Kosovo Cycle," which recounts the Battle of Kosovo in 1389. The cycle features a character named Dusan the Dreadful, a powerful medieval Serbian ruler.

The most notable historical figure bearing the name Dusan was Stefan Uroš IV Dušan, also known as Tsar Dusan the Mighty (1308-1355). He was the ruler of the Serbian Empire from 1331 to 1355 and is credited with expanding the empire to its greatest territorial extent, stretching from the Danube River to the Gulf of Corinth.

Another significant historical figure was Dusan Silni (1271-1314), a Serbian nobleman and military commander who played a crucial role in the rise of the Serbian Empire under Stefan Milutin and Stefan Dečanski.

In the 16th century, Dusan Predojevic (1555-1611) was a Serbian scholar, writer, and translator who made significant contributions to the development of the Serbian language and literature.

During the 19th century, Dusan Petrovic-Njegosh (1834-1851) was a Montenegrin prince and poet, known for his work "The Ray of the Microcosm," which explored philosophical and religious themes.

More recently, Dusan Makavejev (1932-2019) was a Serbian film director and screenwriter who gained international recognition for his avant-garde and satirical films, such as "WR: Mysteries of the Organism" (1971) and "Sweet Movie" (1974).

The name Dusan has maintained its popularity in various Slavic cultures, particularly in Serbia, Montenegro, and Croatia, and has been carried by notable figures throughout history, reflecting its cultural significance and enduring legacy.

Data source

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