Find out how popular the first name Leopold has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Leopold by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Leopold is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 85 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Leopold.

The history of the first name Leopold

The name Leopold has its origins in the Germanic languages, derived from the Old High German words "leud" meaning "people" and "bald" meaning "bold" or "brave". It was a popular name among the nobility and ruling classes in Europe during the Middle Ages.

The earliest known bearer of the name Leopold was Leopold I, Margrave of Austria, who lived from around 976 to 1011 CE. He was a member of the House of Babenberg and played a significant role in the expansion of the Margraviate of Austria.

Leopold became a widely used name among the ruling dynasties of Europe, particularly in the Holy Roman Empire and the Habsburg monarchy. One of the most notable historical figures bearing this name was Leopold I, Holy Roman Emperor, who reigned from 1658 to 1705. He was a key figure during the counter-reformation and the wars against the Ottoman Empire.

Another prominent Leopold was Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor, who ruled from 1790 to 1792. He is best known for his opposition to the French Revolution and his efforts to maintain the power of the monarchy.

In the 19th century, Leopold I was the first King of the Belgians, reigning from 1831 to 1865. He played a crucial role in the formation of the Kingdom of Belgium after the Belgian Revolution.

Other notable figures with the name Leopold include Leopold Mozart, the father and principal teacher of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who lived from 1719 to 1787, and Leopold Stokowski, the famous British-American conductor and music director, who lived from 1882 to 1977.

The name Leopold has also been used by various other European monarchs, nobles, and historical figures throughout the centuries, reflecting its enduring popularity among the aristocratic classes.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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