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Ludovic

The French form of Ludwig, meaning “famous in battle.”

Usage languagesFrench, Romanian
US rank (2022)#12,330

Meaning and history

Ludovic is the French form of the Germanic name Ludwig. It combines elements meaning “famous” and “battle,” giving the traditional interpretation “famous in battle.” The name is related to Louis, which developed through a different French form of the same Germanic original. It has been borne by saints, nobles, and artists across Europe. Notable bearers include French composer Ludovic Bource and Scottish footballer Ludovic Roy.

Popularity over timeUS births · boys
20032003: no US SSA record for this spelling
2004: no US SSA record for this spelling
2005: no US SSA record for this spelling
2006: no US SSA record for this spelling
2007: no US SSA record for this spelling
20082008: no US SSA record for this spelling
2009: 5 births, rank #12,491
2010: no US SSA record for this spelling
2011: no US SSA record for this spelling
2012: no US SSA record for this spelling
20132013: 5 births, rank #12,136
2014: 5 births, rank #12,108
2015: 7 births, rank #9,568
2016: no US SSA record for this spelling
2017: 5 births, rank #12,246
20182018: no US SSA record for this spelling
2019: 6 births, rank #10,803
2020: 6 births, rank #10,605
2021: no US SSA record for this spelling
20222022: 5 births, rank #12,330

In 2022, 5 babies were recorded with the name Ludovic, ranking #12,330 among boys.