Ludwig (surname)
family name
Ludwig is German name. It can be a given name for males or a surname. It is derived from the Old High German name Hludwig, which means "famous warrior." The name Ludwig has a strong and powerful meaning, making it an excellent choice for parents who want to give their child a name that will inspire strength and courage. The name is also associated with intelligence and creativity, making it a great choice for parents who want to encourage their child to pursue their passions and interests.[1] The pronunciation of the name is [ luhd-wig, lood-vig, -wig; German loot-vikh, lood- ]. [2] This is a unique name (not in the top 1000 newborn names in the US in 2021).[3]
People
change- Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, a German American architect
- Ludwig von Mises, an Austrian economist
- Ludwig I of Bavaria, king of Bavaria (1825–1848)
- Ludwig II of Bavaria, king of Bavaria (1864–1886)
- Ludwig III of Bavaria, last king of Bavaria (1913–1918)
- Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), German composer and pianist
- Ludwig Wittgenstein, Austrian philosopher
- Ludwig Erhard, a West German chancellor
- Ludwig Beck, a general in Nazi Germany
- Ludwig Leichhardt, a Prussian explorer
- Alexander Ludwig (born 1992), Canadian actor
- Ludwig Rellstab, German poet and music critic
- Ludwig Von Drake, Disney character
Related pages
changeReferences
change- ↑ "Ludwig name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Archived from the original on 2024-05-27. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
- ↑ "Definition of Ludwig | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
- ↑ OACT. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
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