Željko Name Meaning
The name Željko comes from Croatian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Željko below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Željko Name Meaning
Croatian, Serbian, SloveneDerived from South Slavic želja meaning "desire".
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