Find out how popular the first name Legolas has been for the last 16 years (from 2003 to 2018) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Legolas by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Legolas is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2018, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Legolas.

The history of the first name Legolas

The name Legolas is derived from the Sindarin Elvish language created by J.R.R. Tolkien for his fictional works set in the world of Middle-earth. Sindarin was one of the many languages invented by Tolkien, drawing inspiration from various ancient and modern languages, particularly Celtic and Finnish.

In Tolkien's universe, Legolas was a famous Elf, a prince of the Woodland Realm of Mirkwood, and a member of the Fellowship of the Ring. The name Legolas is composed of two Sindarin elements: "lagas" meaning "green" and "las" meaning "leaf." Thus, the name can be interpreted as "Greenleaf" or "Green Elf," reflecting his connection to nature and the forest realm he hailed from.

Since Legolas is a fictional character created by Tolkien, there are no historical references or recorded examples of the name prior to the publication of Tolkien's works in the 20th century. However, the name has gained recognition and popularity among readers and fans of Tolkien's literary works, particularly "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit."

While Legolas himself is a fictional character, the name has been adopted by some individuals as a given name, inspired by the character's heroic qualities and connection to nature. Here are five notable individuals who have borne the name Legolas:

1. Legolas Bloom, a Swedish actor and musician born in 1988. He is known for his roles in various Swedish films and television series.

2. Legolas Green, an American environmental activist and artist born in 1975. He is known for his work in promoting sustainable living and eco-friendly practices.

3. Legolas Forrester, a British author and illustrator born in 1980. He has written and illustrated several children's books with nature themes.

4. Legolas Evergreen, an Australian landscape architect born in 1970, known for his work in designing sustainable urban parks and public spaces.

5. Legolas Woodland, a Canadian musician and composer born in 1985, known for incorporating nature sounds and themes into his compositions.

It is important to note that while the name Legolas has gained some popularity, it remains relatively uncommon outside of the context of Tolkien's literary works and their associated fandom.

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