Lazlo

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Name
Lazlo
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
2

Lazlo is regarded as an American variant of the Hungarian name Laszlo (László), which in turn is a form of Ladislaus. The meaning of the name can be directly translated as "the promised one" or more freely as "the glorious ruler."

What does the name Lazlo mean?

Lazlo is considered an American spelling of the Hungarian Laszlo (László), which is a derivative of Ladislaus. The name carries the meaning "the promised one" or, more freely, "the glorious ruler". Its roots can be found in two Old Slavic name elements: vladěti (владѣти), meaning "to rule", "to possess", "to manage", or "to dominate", and sláva (сла́ва), meaning "glory", "honor", or "fame". Alternatives to Lazlo include Laslo, Ladislao, Ladislav, Ladislaw, Vladislavas, Vladislovas, Wladislav, Wladislaw, and Wladyslaw.

Where does the name Lazlo come from?

The name Lazlo has Old Slavic roots and means "the promised one".

How do you pronounce Lazlo?

The pronunciation of Lazlo is clear and concise. The name is two syllables and is pronounced as "Las-lo" [ˈlɒslo] or [ˈlaslo]. It begins with a bright, open vowel, while the consonant cluster in the middle creates a slight rhythmic structure. The open "-lo" at the end gives the name a rounded, harmonious sound. Overall, Lazlo sounds powerful and melodic at the same time, with a structured yet gentle finish.

When is the name day of Lazlo?

The name day for Lazlo is celebrated on May 4 and June 29.

Popularity

In Germany, Lazlo is a rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best ranking was in 2008, when it reached 914th place. In the last ten years, Lazlo has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 4,894th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,587th.

Famous people

  • Lazlo Bellak (table tennis player from America)

Frequently asked questions about the name Lazlo

What is the origin of the name Lazlo?

The name Lazlo has Old Slavic roots and is considered an American spelling of the Hungarian Laszlo. It has developed from the name Ladislaus.

What does the name Lazlo mean?

Lazlo means 'the promised one' or 'the glorious ruler'. The meaning arises from the Old Slavic elements vladěti, which means 'to rule', and sláva, which means 'glory' or 'honor'.

How popular is the name Lazlo?

Lazlo is common in American and Anglo-American contexts, but has lower popularity compared to other names like Laszlo or Ladislaus.

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