Most Common Names in Slovenia: Franc (Male), Marija (Female)

According to the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia (SURS):

• Most common male name: Franc (derived from Franciscus; ~25,000 bearers).
• Most common female name: Marija (Maria; ~35,000 bearers).

These reflect deep Catholic tradition and honor St. Francis and the Virgin Mary. Among newborns (2022–2023), top names shift to Luka, Nik, Filip (boys) and Ema, Mia, Zala (girls)—reflecting European trends.