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Leopold

LEE-uh-pohld

Leopold (name) means a masculine given name of Germanic origin, common in the 19th century but rare today. Example: “Leopold was named after his great-grandfather.”

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A masculine given name of Germanic origin, common in the 19th century but rare today.
"Leopold was named after his great-grandfather."
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Etymology

From Old High German liut ("people") + bald ("bold").

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “Leopold” mean?

The word “Leopold” means a masculine given name of Germanic origin, common in the 19th century but rare today.

How do you pronounce “Leopold”?

“Leopold” is pronounced LEE-uh-pohld (/ˈliːəpoʊld/ in IPA).

How do you use “Leopold” in a sentence?

Here is “Leopold” used in a sentence: “Leopold was named after his great-grandfather.”

What part of speech is “Leopold”?

“Leopold” is a name.

Where does the word “Leopold” come from?

The word “Leopold” comes from German. From Old High German liut ("people") + bald ("bold").

Is “Leopold” a common word?

“Leopold” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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