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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.
"Several kings of the Belgians were called Leopold."
"Leopold was named after his great-grandfather."
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Etymology
From Old High German liut ("people") + bald ("bold").
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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