Laslo
Fact sheet
- Name
- Laslo
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
Laslo is a masculine first name that can be regarded as a Germanized variant of Laszlo (László), a Hungarian form of the name Ladislaus. Translated, the name means "the glorious ruler" or also "the victorious ruler."
What does the name Laslo mean?
The first name Laslo, a Germanized spelling of Laszlo (László), comes from Hungarian and is derived from Ladislaus. It conveys the meaning "the glorious ruler" or alternatively "the victorious ruler." The roots of the name lie in two Old Slavic components: vladěti (владѣти), which means "to rule," "to possess," "to dominate," or "to manage," and sláva (сла́ва), which stands for "the Slavic," "glory," "honor," or "reputation." A well-known bearer of this name was Ladislaus (1043-1095), the King of Hungary and Croatia, who was canonized in 1192. Other variants include Ladislao, Ladislav, Ladislaw, Vladislavas, Vladislovas, Wladislav, Wladislaw, and Wladyslaw.
Where does the name Laslo come from?
The name Laslo has Old Slavic roots and means "the glorious powerful one."
How do you pronounce Laslo?
The pronunciation of Laslo is clear and concise. The name is usually pronounced in German as "Las-lo" [ˈlaslo], which creates a distinct and slightly tense sound line. The "sl" provides a characteristic connection in the middle of the name, while the "o" ends openly. This gives Laslo a striking and distinctive note that is both structured and sonorous, possessing a Hungarian, traditional charm.
When is the name day of Laslo?
The name day for Laslo is celebrated on May 4 and June 29.
Popularity
In Germany, Laslo is a common first name, currently ranking 4,024th on the list of most given male first names. Its best ranking was achieved in 2010 when it stood at 1,532nd place. In the last ten years, Laslo has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 3,945th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,643rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Laci / Lalo / Lalo. / Laloli / Las / Lotzi / Lozli
Famous people
- Laslo Blaskovic (Serbian writer)
- Laslo Dere (tennis player from Serbia)
- Laslo Djere (Yugoslav tennis player)
- Laslo Sekelj (writer from Yugoslavia)
- Laslo Seles (Yugoslav football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Laslo
What is the origin of the name Laslo?
The name Laslo has Old Slavic roots and is a Germanized form of the Hungarian Laszlo (László), derived from Ladislaus. The components of the name refer to rulership and glory.
What does the first name Laslo mean?
Laslo means 'the glorious ruler' or 'the victorious ruler,' derived from the Old Slavic words vladěti (to rule) and sláva (glory).
How popular is the name Laslo?
The first name Laslo is less common in Germany and other countries, but it enjoys steady popularity in certain regions and among certain families.