Bohumila – Name Meaning
The name Bohumila is a Czech female given name, derived from the Slavic elements “bog” meaning “God” and “mil” meaning “grace” or “favor.” The name can be translated to mean “God’s grace” or “God’s favor.” It is also sometimes spelled as Bohomila, Bohumilka, or Bohumíla.
Bohumila is a popular name in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, where it has been used since at least the 19th century. It was particularly popular during the interwar period of the 1920s and 1930s. The name has also been used in other Slavic countries such as Poland, Serbia, and Croatia.
The name Bohumila is associated with several saints in the Catholic Church. One of them is Saint Bohumila of Prague, who was martyred in 1290 for refusing to renounce her faith. She is venerated as a patron saint of Prague and her feast day is celebrated on October 28th.
Popularity
Bohumila is not a particularly common name in the United States. According to Social Security Administration data, it has never been among the top 1,000 most popular baby names in the country. However, it does have some popularity in other parts of the world.
In 2018, Bohumila was ranked as the 545th most popular female baby name in Slovakia. It was also ranked as one of the top 500 most popular female baby names in Croatia that same year. In Poland, it was ranked as one of the top 400 most popular female baby names in 2019.
Famous People Named Bohumila
There are several famous people who have been given the name Bohumila throughout history. One example is Bohumila Firkušná (1914-1994), a Czech pianist who performed extensively throughout Europe during her career.
Another example is Bohumila Štětinová (1917-2009), a Czech actress who appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career. She was best known for her roles in comedies such as The Good Soldier Švejk (1956) and The White Lady (1960).
Finally, there is Bohumila Hrabalová (1930-2008), a Czech writer who wrote novels such as I Served the King of England (1971) and Too Loud a Solitude (1976). Her works were widely acclaimed and she received numerous awards throughout her career.