Leopold
Leopold is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Brave people or bold people.
Origin and history
Leopold is a traditional Germanic name derived from elements meaning 'bold people'. It has historically been associated with European royalty, notably in Austria and Belgium. In the United States, it remains a rare but recognizable classic name with steady, vintage appeal.
Popularity in the United States
4,043 babies in the United States have been named Leopold since 1880. It ranks #1983 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1382.
States where it is most popular
- NY (33.2 %)
- CA (15.1 %)
- PA (9.6 %)
- MA (8.3 %)
- TX (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 44 |
| 1890-1900 | 62 |
| 1900-1910 | 83 |
| 1910-1920 | 468 |
| 1920-1930 | 560 |
| 1930-1940 | 268 |
| 1940-1950 | 188 |
| 1950-1960 | 185 |
| 1960-1970 | 127 |
| 1970-1980 | 125 |
| 1980-1990 | 94 |
| 1990-2000 | 124 |
| 2000-2010 | 347 |
| 2010-2019 | 808 |
| 2020-2029 | 560 |
Famous people named Leopold
- Leopold Stokowski: Conductor, Musician
- Leopold Mozart: Composer, Violinist
- Leopold von Sacher-Masoch: Writer, Journalist
Nicknames
Leo, Poldy
Fun facts
- Leopold was a prominent royal name in the House of Habsburg and was borne by three Kings of the Belgians.
- Leopold Bloom is the iconic protagonist of James Joyce's famous modernist novel Ulysses.
- The original Germanic element 'Luidpold' evolved partly under Latin influence to resemble the Latin word 'leo', meaning lion.