Ladislav
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Ladislav is a boy name of Czech origin meaning "renowned leadership, glorious governance, and celebrated authority".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Czech
Religion
Christian
Syllables
3
Length
8 letters
Meaning
renowned leadership, glorious governance, and celebrated authority
Etymology
From Old Slavic elements 'vlad' meaning 'to rule' and 'slav' meaning 'glory', transmitted via Czech as Ladislav, a variant of Vladislav.
Famous People Named Ladislav
- Ladislav Chudík — Slovak actor
- Ladislav Josef Čelakovský — Czech botanist, professor and translator (1834-1902)
- Ladislav Pešek — Czechoslovak actor (1906–1986)
Frequently Asked Questions About Ladislav
What does the name Ladislav mean?
Ladislav means "renowned leadership, glorious governance, and celebrated authority", and is of Czech origin.
What is the origin of the name Ladislav?
Ladislav originates from Czech, commonly used in Central Europe.
Is Ladislav a boy or girl name?
Ladislav is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Ladislav associated with?
Ladislav is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Ladislav?
Yes — notable people named Ladislav include Ladislav Chudík (Slovak actor), Ladislav Josef Čelakovský (Czech botanist, 1834-1902) and Ladislav Pešek (Czechoslovak actor, 1906–1986).
Last updated: June 2026