Ladimer
From the Slavic roots meaning "praise" and "peace", a name suggesting harmony.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Ladimer. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Ladimer today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ladimer births was 1916 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ladimer. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ladimer. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1916
5 babies that year
Average age
-
1916 SSA rank
#4,237
Tracked since 1916
Popularity
Ladimer: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Ladimer by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ladimer during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Ladimer
The given name Ladimer is a relatively uncommon one, with its origins shrouded in obscurity. It is believed to have originated from the Slavic languages, potentially derived from a combination of the Slavic words "lad" (meaning "dear" or "beloved") and "mir" (meaning "peace" or "world"). This suggests that the name Ladimer could have been borne by individuals who were cherished and valued for their peaceful or harmonious nature.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Ladimer can be traced back to the Middle Ages, particularly in regions that were once part of the vast Slavic territories. Some historical records indicate that a nobleman named Ladimer was a prominent figure in the court of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania in the 14th century, though details about his life and achievements remain scarce.
One of the most notable figures bearing the name Ladimer was a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 16th century. Ladimer Krizanić, born in 1589 in the Croatian region of the Habsburg Monarchy, was a linguist and writer who made significant contributions to the study of Slavic languages and cultures. His works, which included treatises on language, theology, and politics, earned him recognition throughout Central Europe.
In the realm of literature, Ladimer Benedyktowicz was a Polish poet and playwright who lived during the 17th century. Born in 1635, he is best known for his contributions to the development of the Polish literary tradition, particularly his satirical works that critiqued societal norms and political structures of the time.
Another prominent figure with the name Ladimer was Ladimer Kwiatkowski, a Polish military officer and statesman who lived from 1888 to 1936. He played a crucial role in the formation of the Polish Armed Forces after World War I and later served as the Prime Minister of Poland from 1922 to 1923, navigating the challenges of the newly established Polish state.
In more recent times, Ladimer Jurkowski was a renowned Polish artist and sculptor who lived from 1906 to 1990. His works, which often explored themes of religious and cultural identity, garnered critical acclaim and can be found in various museums and galleries throughout Poland and beyond.
While the name Ladimer may not be as widespread as some other given names, its rich historical roots and the accomplishments of those who bore it have contributed to its enduring significance within the Slavic cultural sphere.
People
Ladimer + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ladimer as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ladimer: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ladimer?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ladimer going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about - US residents.
Is Ladimer a common name?
We classify Ladimer as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ladimer most popular?
The single biggest year for Ladimer was 1916, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ladimer is about 0 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ladimer in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ladimer a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ladimer in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ladimer still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ladimer in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ladimer can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Ladimer?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.