Boy
Vladimir
ruler of peace
About Vladimir
Vladimir resonates with gravitas and historical depth, a name that has graced leaders, artists, and intellectuals throughout centuries. Its Slavic roots bring an international dimension, perfect for families honoring Eastern European heritage or simply appreciating global culture.
The name's commanding presence makes it unforgettable—Vladimir announces itself with authority and substance. Its multiple syllables create a stately rhythm that elevates any introduction, while the nickname potential offers flexibility for different contexts.
Vladimir works particularly well for parents seeking a name with literary and historical connections, evoking figures of significance and accomplishment. The strong consonants bookending softer middle sounds create phonetic interest and memorability. This is a name for parents confident in choosing something substantial and enduring.
Popularity of the Name Vladimir
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | #888 | ||
| 2018 | #769 | #695 | |
| 2019 | #668 | #711 | |
| 2020 | #677 | #890 | |
| 2021 | #643 | #597 | |
| 2022 | #750 | #907 | |
| 2008 | #864 | ||
| 2009 | #693 | ||
| 2010 | #874 | ||
| 2011 | #915 | ||
| 2012 | #708 | ||
| 2016 | #876 | ||
| 1991 | #852 | ||
| 1992 | #685 | ||
| 1993 | #832 | ||
| 1994 | #750 | ||
| 1995 | #902 | ||
| 2002 | #913 | ||
| 2013 | #988 |
Top names by country: United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Vladimir
- Volodymyr
- Vladimír
- Vladimer
Names Similar to Vladimir
Nicknames for Vladimir
- Vlad
- Vova
- Volodya
- Dima
Famous People Named Vladimir
| Vladimir Nabokov | Renowned Russian-American novelist and entomologist |
| Vladimir Horowitz | Celebrated Russian-American pianist |
| Vladimir Lenin | Revolutionary leader and first Soviet Premier |
| Vladimir Guerrero | Hall of Fame baseball player from the Dominican Republic |
| Vladimir Kramnik | World Chess Champion from Russia |
| Vladimir Vysotsky | Iconic Russian singer-songwriter and actor |
| Vladimir Ashkenazy | Pianist and conductor from Russia |
| Vladimir Mayakovsky | Influential Russian poet and playwright |
| Vladimir Prelog | Nobel Prize-winning chemist from Croatia |
| Vladimir Smicer | Czech footballer and UEFA Champions League winner |
| Vladimir Ryzhkov | Russian political figure and liberal politician |
| Vladimir Tretchikoff | Russian-South African painter |
| Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | Dominican-Canadian baseball player |
| Vladimir Morozov | Russian Olympic gold medalist swimmer |
| Vladimir Radmanovic | Former professional basketball player from Serbia |
| Vladimir Kulich | Czech-Canadian actor |
| Vladimir Malakhov | Russian ballet dancer |
| Vladimir Romanov | Lithuanian businessman and former football club owner |
| Vladimir Nikitin | Russian amateur boxer and Olympic medalist |
Characters Named Vladimir
| Vladimir Harkonnen | From the Dune series by Frank Herbert |
| Vladimir Dracula | From the animated series "Count Duckula" |
| Vladimir Makarov | From the video game series "Call of Duty" |
| Vladimir Kozlov | From the TV show "How I Met Your Mother" |
| Vladimir Corvinus | From the "Underworld" film series |
| Vladimir Tod | From the "Chronicles of Vladimir Tod" book series by Heather Brewer |
| Vladimir Kravchenko | From the video game "Black Ops" |
| Vladimir Bierko | From the TV series "24" |
| Vladimir "Lenny" Simmons | From the movie "Ronin" |
| Vladimir Ignatyevich | From the novel "We" by Yevgeny Zamyatin |
| Vladimir Lem | From the film "Nightcrawler" |
| Vladimir Ranskahov | From the TV series "Daredevil" |
| Vladimir Sokoloff | From the movie "The Magnificent Seven" |
| Vladimir Glebov | From the video game "Grand Theft Auto IV" |
| Vladimir Radin | From the TV show "Chernobyl" |