Meaning and history
Tomislav is a South Slavic masculine name, especially Croatian and Serbian. It combines tomiti, often interpreted as “to tame” or “to torment,” with slava, “glory”; the exact sense of the first element is debated. King Tomislav, traditionally regarded as the first king of Croatia in the tenth century, gives the name major Croatian historical significance. Notable modern bearers include Croatian musician Tomislav Ivčić and footballer Tomislav Ivić.