Name «Tsvitan»

The name Tsvitan is a phonetic equivalent of the word Cvetan, which is currently used by Bulgarians, Serbs, and Croats. It is derived from the apellative "cвит," meaning "color" or "flower." The first mention of the name Tsvitan, along with several other personal names of Slavic etymology, such as Kraznet, Cvetan, and Visata, was recorded in 1220. These names are referenced in the context of castle servants from the village of Dravtsi in the Ugocha district.