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Napoleon

lion of the new city, new lion

About Napoleon

Revolutionary spirit meets unwavering determination in this legendary name that has shaped history and continues to inspire greatness. Napoleon suggests someone who thinks big, dreams boldly, and refuses to accept limitations imposed by others. This name carries the weight of achievement and the promise of extraordinary accomplishments, perfect for parents who want their son to understand that anything is possible with enough vision and persistence. The dramatic flair of Napoleon ensures your child will never fade into the background, commanding attention and respect wherever he goes. This name suggests natural leadership abilities and strategic thinking, qualities that translate into success in academics, sports, and eventually professional endeavors. Napoleon represents courage in the face of adversity and the willingness to stand alone when principles are at stake. Parents choosing this name are making a statement about their expectations and their child's potential, selecting a name that encourages greatness and refuses to settle for mediocrity in any aspect of life.

Popularity of the Name Napoleon

Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.

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Popularity of the Name Napoleon
United States
1880#303
1881#329
1882#321
1883#368
1884#334
1885#339
1886#307
1887#297
1888#401
1889#412
1890#355
1891#356
1892#410
1893#380
1894#406
1895#365
1896#421
1897#398
1898#480
1899#423
1900#399
1901#390
1902#434
1903#566
1904#749
1905#446
1906#670
1907#482
1908#401
1909#425
1910#402
1911#417
1912#538
1913#505
1914#568
1915#560
1916#590
1917#677
1918#583
1919#574
1920#648
1921#587
1922#656
1923#598
1924#591
1925#598
1926#558
1927#656
1928#737
1929#625
1930#697
1931#707
1932#594
1933#629
1934#689
1935#603
1936#695
1937#747
1938#717
1939#689
1940#826
1941#812
1942#715
1943#785
1944#787
1945#805
1946#854
1947#749
1948#761
1949#743
1950#781
1951#738
1952#711
1953#769
1954#718
1955#665
1956#850
1957#887
1958#801
1959#810
1960#883
1961#878
1962#898
1963#903
1964#918
1965#811
1966#753
1967#777
1968#843
1969#815
1972#973

Top names by country: United States

Variations of Name Napoleon

Names Similar to Napoleon

Nicknames for Napoleon

  • Nap
  • Leon
  • Neo
  • Nappy
  • Leo
Napoleon

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