Find out how popular the first name Snezana has been for the last 6 years (from 1975 to 1980) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Snezana by gender

Based on the last 6 years of data, Snezana is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1980, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Snezana.

The history of the first name Snezana

Snezana is a feminine given name of Slavic origin, derived from the Slavic word "sneg" or "snjeg," meaning "snow." It is primarily used in countries with significant Slavic cultural influence, such as Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Macedonia.

The name's origins can be traced back to the Middle Ages, when it emerged as a poetic reference to the purity and beauty associated with freshly fallen snow. Its earliest recorded usage dates back to the 14th century in medieval Serbian manuscripts and chronicles.

One of the earliest known historical figures bearing the name Snezana was Snezana Miloseva, a Serbian noblewoman who lived in the late 14th century. She was the wife of the famous Serbian ruler, Prince Lazar Hrebeljanović, and played a significant role in the political and cultural affairs of the Serbian Empire.

In the 16th century, a Serbian folk tale titled "Snezana i Sedam Patuljaka" (Snezana and the Seven Dwarfs) gained widespread popularity. This tale, which predates the famous Brothers Grimm fairy tale "Snow White," features a beautiful young woman named Snezana who encounters dwarves in a magical forest.

Another notable historical figure with the name Snezana was Snezana Mitrović (1928-2008), a renowned Serbian actress and theater director. She was celebrated for her contributions to the Serbian theater scene and her portrayal of various roles in both classical and contemporary plays.

In the realm of literature, the name Snezana has been used by several authors. One example is the Serbian writer Vojislav Ilić (1862-1894), who wrote a collection of poems titled "Snezana" in 1884, celebrating the beauty and purity of a woman with that name.

Another notable figure was Snezana Bogdanović (1929-2009), a Serbian painter and graphic artist known for her distinctive style and contributions to the modern art movement in Serbia.

The name Snezana has also been used in various literary works, such as the novel "Snezana" by Serbian author Milovan Glišić (1847-1908), which explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.

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