Laszlo
l(a)-sz-lo,
las-zlo
US Popularity:8377
Origin:Hungarian
Other Origin(s):Slavic
Meaning:Glorious ruler
Exuding might in two easy syllables, Laszlo is a masculine name not to be bestowed lightly. It first rose to prominence with the great Hungarian king Ladislas I, a figure greatly loved by his people and later canonized as Saint Ladislas. The name derives from the Hungarian László and Slavic Vladislav, meaning "glorious ruler"—a wonderfully apt title for the legendary knight-king. As it stands, Laszlo remains a beloved incarnation of the honorable name, leading the way with timeless ideals of chivalry.
How Popular Is The Name Laszlo?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Laszlo is currently #4715 on The Bump
Boy:Laszlo is currently #2653 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Laszlo is currently #8377 in U.S. births
Boy:Laszlo is currently #3930 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2024
#3930
in 2024
- 557
from 2023
Sources
WordSense Dictionary, Laszlo
WordSense Dictionary, László
WordSense Dictionary, Ladislav
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Sources, Vladislav
Britannica, Ladislas I, king of Hungary, July 2025
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