Laszlo
Laszlo is a Christian boy name of Slavic, via Hungarian origin, meaning “Glorious rule”.
| Meaning | Glorious rule |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Slavic, via Hungarian |
| Pronunciation | LAHS-loh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Hungary, Romania, Slovakia |
Meaning and origin of Laszlo
László is the Hungarian form of the Slavic Vladislav, combining vlad 'rule, power' with slav 'glory, fame'. Its standing in Hungary rests above all on King László I, the eleventh-century ruler canonized as Saint Ladislaus and celebrated as a model Christian knight. The name has been among Hungary's most familiar for centuries. The Hungarian novelist László Krasznahorkai is one modern bearer.
Is Laszlo a Christian name?
László is a Christian name in Hungary chiefly through Saint Ladislaus, one of the country's patron saints and a symbol of chivalry in Hungarian Catholic tradition.
How popular is Laszlo?
A traditional and still familiar Hungarian name, rarely used outside Hungarian communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Laszlo mean?
Laszlo means 'Glorious rule'. It is of Slavic, via Hungarian origin.
Is Laszlo a Christian name?
László is a Christian name in Hungary chiefly through Saint Ladislaus, one of the country's patron saints and a symbol of chivalry in Hungarian Catholic tradition.
How do you pronounce Laszlo?
Laszlo is pronounced LAHS-loh.
Is Laszlo a boy or girl name?
Laszlo is usually a boy name.