Zsombor

Zsombor is a male first name of Hungarian origin. The name is often interpreted as 'the one who looks like a buffalo' or 'the Divine'.

What does the name Zsombor mean?

Zsombor means 'the one who looks like a buffalo' or 'the Divine', also 'the Sublime'. This origin derives from the Old Hungarian word sombor, which means 'buffalo-like', 'bison', or 'wisent'.

Where does the name Zsombor come from?

The name Zsombor comes from Hungarian and means 'the one who looks like a buffalo'. It is composed of the Old Hungarian term sombor, which stands for 'buffalo-like', 'bison', or 'wisent'.

How do you pronounce Zsombor?

The pronunciation of Zsombor is two syllables and is rather unusual in German-speaking areas. It is usually pronounced as 'Schom-bor' [ˈʒombor], with the name starting with a voiced 'Sch' sound that immediately draws attention. The dark 'O' gives the name a special depth, while the second syllable '-bor' sounds round and full. Zsombor has a striking, characterful, and traditional sound.

When is the name day of Zsombor?

The name day for Zsombor is celebrated on November 8.

Popularity

In Germany, Zsombor is a fairly common name. Currently, it ranks 4,024th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2021 at 3,549th. In the last ten years, the name Zsombor has been given about 30 times, placing it 4,323rd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,587th. Worldwide, Zsombor is given with varying frequency in different countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Zso / Zsodrahtzaun / Zsombi / Zsomboss

Famous people

• Zsombor Kerekes (Hungarian footballer)
• Zsombor Molnar (ice hockey player from Romania)