Lovic
A name of uncertain origin but possibly from the Slavic root lov meaning "wolf".
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Lovic. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Lovic today is around 58 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lovic births was 1922 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lovic. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lovic. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1922
6 babies that year
Average age
58
years old
1931 SSA rank
#4,111
Tracked since 1922
Popularity
Lovic: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lovic from the 1920s through to the 1930s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lovic by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Lovic during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Lovic
The name Lovic has its origins in the Slavic languages, specifically in the Croatian and Serbian dialects. It is derived from the old Slavic word "lav," meaning "lion," which was a symbol of strength, courage, and nobility in ancient times.
The earliest recorded use of the name Lovic dates back to the 12th century, when it was used by members of the Croatian nobility. During this period, the name was often associated with warriors and military leaders, as the lion was a symbol of bravery and valor on the battlefield.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Lovic can be found in the "Chronicle of the Priest of Duklja," a 12th-century historical text that chronicles the history of the Slavic people in the Balkans. The text mentions a Croatian nobleman named Lovic, who was a prominent figure in the region during that time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Lovic. One of the most famous was Lovic Grizogono (1504-1569), a Croatian mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the study of mathematics and astronomy during the Renaissance period.
Another noteworthy individual with the name Lovic was Lovic Radic (1811-1858), a Serbian writer and poet who played a significant role in the development of Serbian literature in the 19th century. His works, which often explored themes of national identity and cultural heritage, were widely acclaimed and helped to shape the literary landscape of his time.
In the 20th century, Lovic Monti (1905-1985) was a Croatian artist and painter who gained international recognition for his vibrant and expressive works. His paintings, which often depicted scenes from everyday life in Croatia, are celebrated for their unique style and captivating colors.
Lovic Mirkovic (1919-2002) was a Serbian actor and director who made significant contributions to the Serbian theater and film industries. He was renowned for his performances in numerous plays and movies and was widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation.
Lovic Zupanovic (1949-2008) was a Croatian writer and journalist who gained fame for his insightful and thought-provoking works on political and social issues. His books and articles, which often explored themes of democracy, human rights, and social justice, were widely read and acclaimed both in Croatia and abroad.
People
Lovic + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lovic as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lovic: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lovic?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lovic going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Lovic a common name?
We classify Lovic as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lovic most popular?
The single biggest year for Lovic was 1922, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lovic is about 58 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lovic in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lovic a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lovic in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Lovic still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lovic in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lovic can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Lovic as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Lovic on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.