Wolf
Vuk is a traditional South Slavic name derived from the word for wolf. Historically, it was given as a protective name in the Balkans, intended to ward off illness and evil spirits by bestowing the strength and ferocity of the animal upon the child.
Less common today
Vuk isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,255 in 2020.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Serbian philologist and linguist who reformed the Serbian language
Serbian diplomat and former President of the UN General Assembly
Prominent Serbian actor
