Leopold
Leopold is a boys' name of German origin meaning “bold people, brave folk.” Derived from Old High German 'Liutbald,' combining 'liut' (people) and 'bald' (bold, brave).
how do you pronounce Leopold?
LEE-oh-pohld
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what does Leopold mean?
The name Leopold means “bold people, brave folk.” It comes from the German language tradition.
Derived from Old High German 'Liutbald,' combining 'liut' (people) and 'bald' (bold, brave). It was a favored name among European royalty, particularly in Austria and Belgium, throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries.
who are famous people named Leopold?
- Leopold Mozart (composer, father of Wolfgang Amadeus)
- King Leopold II of Belgium
- Leopold Stokowski (conductor)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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