Vladislav Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vladislav is a Slavic name meaning 'to rule with glory'. Its roots trace back to Old Church Slavonic, evolving through various Slavic languages. It has been associated with nobility and leadership throughout history, especially in Eastern Europe. The name has no biblical relevance, but it carries a strong and positive image in modern times, reflected in its continued popularity.
The name Vladislav is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Vladislav has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Vladislav' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10056th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3913th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4952nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Vladislav' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vladislav"
Pronunciation
/vlɑːdɪˈslɑːv/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Vladislav is derived from the Slavic elements 'vladeti', meaning 'to rule', and 'slava', meaning 'glory' or 'fame'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'one who rules with glory'.
Meaning
to rule with glory
Language Evolution
Old Church Slavonic: Владиславъ (Vladislavŭ), Cyrillic: Владислав, Modern Slavic languages: Vladislav
Historical Usage
The name Vladislav has been used in Eastern Europe since the medieval period, becoming particularly popular among Slavic nobility and royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Vlad, Vlado, Vladislavica, Vladi
Modern Popularity & Image
Vladislav is seen as a strong and regal name, often associated with leadership and nobility. It remains popular in Slavic countries and among the diaspora.
Famous People
Vladislav II of Bohemia, Vladislav III of Poland, Vladislav Tchaikovsky, a notable composer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vladislav"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Vladislav"
"Vladislav" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10056th of 16616 | 32 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3913th of 24088 | 366 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4952nd of 23106 | 231 |
Regional Popularity of "Vladislav" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
59.47% 3071st/5164 |
- |
30.35% 2265th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
55.69% 3799th/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Vladislav" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vladislav"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vladislav" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.