Ladislav
Meaning of Ladislav
Ladislav is a male name with origins in Czech and Slovak. In Czech, it is pronounced as lah-dee-slahv (/ˈlɑdɪslɑv/), while in Slovak, it is pronounced as lah-dee-slav (/ˈlɑdɪslɑu̯/). This name has variations such as Laszlo and Ladislaus.
Ladislav carries a rich historical significance, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe. It has royal associations, being the name of several medieval kings and princes. The name has a strong and regal feel to it, making it an attractive choice for parents who desire a name with a noble touch.
In terms of popularity in the United States, Ladislav had some occurrences in the early 20th century but gradually declined over time. However, this decline may make the name even more unique and distinctive for those seeking something less common for their child's name.
Overall, Ladislav is a captivating name with an elegant sound that carries both historical weight and individuality.
Pronunciation
Czech
- Pronunced as lah-dee-slahv (/ˈlɑdɪslɑv/)
Slovak
- Pronunced as lah-dee-slav (/ˈlɑdɪslɑu̯/)
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Notable People Named Ladislav
| Ladislav Sutnar, a Czech graphic designer, was a pioneer in information design and architecture, known for his user-friendly telephone directory and design work for companies like McGraw-Hill, IBM, and the United Nations. |
| Ladislav Hecht was a successful Czechoslovak-American professional tennis player, known for his achievements in the 1930s and his representation of Czechoslovakia in the Davis Cup. |
| Ladislav Vycpálek was a Czech composer and violist. |
| Ladislav Kupkovič was a Slovak composer and conductor. |
| Ladislav Grosman was a Slovak novelist and screenwriter best known for his work "The Shop on Main Street" and his move to Israel following the Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia. |
| Ladislav Žák was a prominent Czech architect, painter, and architectural theorist known for his contributions to functionalist architecture and landscape ecology. |
| Ladislav Tomić is a Serbian politician currently in his third term in the Assembly of Vojvodina, representing the Democratic Party of Serbia. |
| Ladislav Nagy is a former professional ice hockey player from Slovakia who had an eight-season career as a left winger in the NHL with several teams. |
| Ladislav Legenstein - Ladislav "Laci" Legenstein is a Croatian-born Austrian former tennis player. |
| Ladislav Záborský was a Slovak painter known for his artistic contributions. |
| Ladislav Smoček is a Czech writer, playwright, and theater director. |
| Ladislav Horský, a Slovak ice hockey player and coach, led HC Slovan Bratislava to their first Czechoslovak title and was posthumously inducted into the IIHF Hall of Fame in 2004. |
| Ladislav Zgusta was a Czech-American historical linguist and lexicographer known as "the twentieth-century godfather of lexicography." |
| Ladislav Čisárik was a renowned Slovak heraldic artist, painter, and graphic designer who co-designed the national symbols of Slovakia and created or modified coats of arms for numerous towns and municipalities. |
| Ladislav Prokeš, a Czech chess master and renowned composer of endgame studies, was born and passed away in Prague. |
