Meaning: In Czech, the name is spelled with an accent - Sáva.

Languages: This boy's name is used in Serbian.

Narrative: This was the name taken by the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church, Prince Rastko, after he became a monk. He was later canonized for bringing Christianity to the Serbs.

St. Sava is regarded as the protector of education and schools in Serbia. His feast day is celebrated on January 27.

Languages: This girl's name is used in Serbian.

Nicknames: Savka

Narrative: Although primarily a male name, Sava is sometimes given to a baby girl born to parents who wished for a boy.