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Bogomil (Cyrillic: Богомил, also Bogumił in Polish, Bohumil in Czech and Slovak) is a Bulgarian given name of Slavic origin. It is composed of the Slavic words 'bog' (god) and 'mil' (dear) and means 'Dear to God'. Its feminine equivalents are Bogomila, Bogumiła, Bohumila.
From its origins in Old Church Slavonic to its association with the Bogomilist movement and its present-day usage, “Bogomil” carries profound meaning and legacy. Despite the ebb and flow of its popularity, the name remains a testament to a unique blend of spiritual devotion and historical significance.
The name Bogomil is of Bulgarian origin and carries a profound meaning, as it translates to Favored by God. This ancient name has its roots deeply embedded in Bulgarian history and continues to find significance in modern-day usage.
Meaning & History. Expand Links. Bulgarian and Macedonian form of Bogumił.
This name is of Slavic origin, composed of two Proto-Slavic elements: “bogu-(*bogъ)” (prosperous, fortunate, but which later shifted in meaning to “god”) plus “milŭ (милъ) mil (мил)” (kind, dear, sweet, pleasant, loving, gracious, gentle, mild).
The name Bogumil traces its origins to the Polish language and is composed of two elements: bogu, meaning God, and mil, signifying grace. This unique amalgamation results in its literal translation as God's grace.
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Bogomil (Cyrillic: Богомил, also Bogumił in Polish, Bohumil in Czech and Slovak) is a Bulgarian given name of Slavic origin. It is composed of the Slavic words 'bog' (god) and 'mil' (dear) and means 'Dear to God'. Its feminine equivalents are Bogomila, Bogumiła, Bohumila.
