Ljubomira

Ljubomira is a feminine given name in Slavic-speaking regions, used in countries such as Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Bulgaria, as well as among diaspora communities. The name is established in traditional naming practices and appears in literary and historical records in various South Slavic languages.

Etymology and meaning reflect its Slavic elements: ljub- meaning “love” and mira, which can signify “peace” or “world” depending on language and tradition. In combination, Ljubomira is commonly interpreted as conveying a sense of love and harmony, with nuances that can vary by locale and surname usage.

Variants and forms of the name include Lubomira and Lyubomira, with regional spellings influenced by Cyrillic and Latin alphabets. Diminutives or affectionate forms vary by country and language; examples used in some communities may include Ljuba or Mirka, among others, reflecting common Slavic patterns of creating intimate forms from longer given names.

Usage and cultural context: Ljubomira is recognized as a traditional feminine name within Slavic naming practices. While it may not be among the most popular contemporary names in every country, it maintains a presence in historical records, literature, and modern naming across the region and in communities abroad.

See also: Ljubomir (masculine form), Mira (related given name), Slavic given names.