Lado

Everyone who meets little Lado will know that they're the one to have in their corner. A masculine title, Lado shares its first three letters with the Slavic moniker Vladimir. Indeed, Lado is used as a nickname for Vladimir in several Slavic countries. It derives from the elements volděti, meaning "to rule," and měrŭ, meaning "famous." Other sources suggest that Vladimir's second element comes from mirŭ, a phrase that translates to "peace" or "world." With definitions like "famous ruler," "peaceful ruler," and "world ruler," Lado sets the scene for the arrival of a tiny tot whose warmth and empathy will make a huge impact on those around them. This name could also arise from lado, a Galician word that once described those who strayed from a certain "side." While they'll certainly have plenty of options for who to align with and what to believe in as they grow, your Lado will find themselves on the side of goodness and justice.