Leopold

The name Leopold is of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'leud' meaning people and 'bald' meaning bold or brave. It can be interpreted as 'brave among the people' or 'bold for the people'.

Leopold was a popular name among European royalty, with several Holy Roman Emperors and other rulers bearing this name. It has been a particularly prominent name in the Habsburg dynasty, which ruled over various territories in Central and Eastern Europe for centuries.

The name has spread throughout Europe and beyond, and has variants in different languages, such as Leopoldo in Italian and Spanish, and Léopold in French. It has been used as both a first name and a surname.

While Leopold has been a traditionally masculine name, in some cultures it has also been used as a feminine name, particularly as a variant spelling such as Leopoldine or Leopolda.