The nameLudwig
Ludwig is the German form of Louis. In France it was mostly given in the 1980s and 1990s.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
- Feast day
Meaning
Ludwig comes from the Germanic hlod, "fame", and wig, "battle".
Origin
Germanic. Ludwig van Beethoven is its most famous bearer.
History
In France, Ludwig peaked in the mid 1990s.
Famous people named Ludwig
- Ludwig van Beethoven, German composer
Popularity of the name Ludwig
Ludwig in France
2426thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1996peak year (150 births)
3,385babies named Ludwig in France since 1900
Ludwig was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 1,040 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Ludwig. Its rise began around 1968, and it peaked in 1996. Half of all babies named Ludwig in France were born before 1990.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ludwig mean?
Ludwig comes from the Germanic hlod, "fame", and wig, "battle".
What is the origin of the name Ludwig?
Germanic. Ludwig van Beethoven is its most famous bearer.
Is Ludwig a girl's or a boy's name?
Ludwig is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Ludwig?
Ludwig van Beethoven, German composer.