| Meaning | bold people |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Le-o-pol-do |
About Leopoldo
Regal and substantial, this four-syllable choice carries undeniable gravitas and historical weight. It evokes images of European sophistication and aristocratic heritage without seeming stuffy or unapproachable. The length provides multiple nickname options while the full form commands respect and attention. Parents selecting this name often appreciate tradition, culture, and distinctiveness. The strong opening and ending consonants frame softer middle sounds, creating pleasant phonetic balance. This isn't a name for those seeking anonymity—it announces presence and expects to be remembered. The name suggests confidence, leadership, and cultural awareness. While less common in English-speaking countries, its recognition factor remains high enough to avoid constant explanations. It pairs particularly well with shorter surnames, creating rhythmic balance. The name ages magnificently, equally appropriate for a cherubic infant and a distinguished elderly gentleman. Consider the strength and character this name brings to introductions and first impressions.
Nicknames for Leopoldo
| Leo |
| Poldo |
| Polo |
| Lenny |
Famous People Named Leopoldo
| Leopoldo López | Venezuelan politician |
| Leopoldo O'Donnell | Spanish military officer and statesman |
| Leopoldo Alas | Spanish author, known as "Clarín" |
| Leopoldo Galtieri | Argentinian military leader |
| Leopoldo Lugones | Argentinian writer and intellectual |
| Leopoldo Calvo-Sotelo | Spanish Prime Minister |
| Leopoldo Teuco Castilla | Argentinian poet |
| Leopoldo II of Belgium | Belgian king |
| Leopoldo Panero | Spanish poet |
| Leopoldo Trieste | Italian actor and director |
| Leopoldo Fortunato Galtieri | Italian painter |
| Leopoldo Saraceni | Italian cyclist |
| Leopoldo Luque | Argentinian footballer |
| Leopoldo Jacinto Luque | Argentinian footballer |
| Leopoldo Torre Nilsson | Argentinian film director |
| Leopoldo A. Sánchez M. | Liberian philosopher and theologian |
| Leopoldo Nachbin | Brazilian mathematician |
| Leopoldo Barreda | Mexican serial killer |
| Leopoldo María Panero | Spanish poet |
| Leopoldo Torre Rangel | Mexican chess grandmaster |
Characters Named Leopoldo
| Leopoldo "Leo" Valdez | Percy Jackson series by Rick Riordan |
| Leopoldo Puccini | The Inheritance of Loss by Kiran Desai |
| Leopoldo Vargas | Breaking Bad TV series |
| Leopoldo Muralla | One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez |
| Leopoldo Bloom | Ulysses by James Joyce |
| Leopoldo Abinante | City of the Beasts by Isabel Allende |
| Leopoldo Benavídez | Cien años de perdón by Tomás Bárbulo |
| Leopoldo Fitz | Alias TV series |
| Leopoldo "Leo" Matos | Aurora by Junot Díaz |
| Leopoldo Lobo | El Amor en los Tiempos del Cólera by Gabriel García Márquez |
| Leopoldo Fanning | Nights in Rodanthe by Nicholas Sparks |