Ludwig: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: l-oodw-eeg
Origin: Germany
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Of the name ludwig

Meaning of the name Ludwig: Ludwig means famous warrior. The name Ludwig is of German origin, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'renowned fighter,' and is associated with notable figures, including Ludwig Wittgenstein, but its significance in the Wittgenstein family is not explicitly documented, where it was associated with intellectual and cultural achievements. Ludwig Wittgenstein, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century, bore this name.

Ludwig Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Ludwig is currently #17757 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Ludwig is currently #7624 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Ludwig is currently #8630 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Ludwig is currently #3755 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Ludwig is currently #9026 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Ludwig is currently #3890 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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