What does Laszlo mean and where does it come from?
Laszlo is derived from the Slavic name Vladislav, meaning 'glorious ruler' or 'one who rules with glory'.
Cultural significance
Laszlo is a traditional name in Hungary, often associated with historical kings and nobility.
Peak popularity
Reached #1611 in 1966 — currently #3561 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Laszlo?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Laszlo?
Laszlo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Laszlo Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Laszlo John
One syllable · timeless choice
Laszlo Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Laszlo Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Laszlo Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
Laszlo Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Laszlo right now?
Rising fast — up 380 spots — currently #3561 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
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| 2025 | #3561 | 32 | ▲ up 380 · +14% births |
| 2024 | #3941 | 28 | ▼ down 558 · -20% births |
| 2023 | #3383 | 35 | ▲ up 763 · +35% births |
| 2022 | #4146 | 26 | ▼ down 67 |
| 2021 | #4079 | 26 | ▼ down 356 · -7% births |
| 2020 | #3723 | 28 | ▲ up 598 · +22% births |
| 2015 | #4321 | 23 | ▲ up 2113 · +77% births |
| 2010 | #6434 | 13 | ▼ down 1090 · -13% births |
| 2005 | #5344 | 15 | ▲ up 2252 · +88% births |
| 2000 | #7596 | 8 | ▼ down 2811 · -27% births |
| 1990 | #4785 | 11 | ▲ up 1261 · +83% births |
| 1985 | #6046 | 6 | ▼ down 2516 · -50% births |
| 1980 | #3530 | 12 | ▲ up 1049 · +71% births |
| 1975 | #4579 | 7 | ▼ down 2388 · -61% births |
| 1970 | #2191 | 18 | — |
The story of Laszlo
Laszlo entered American naming records in 1957 and has been in use for over 67 years. With 907 total births recorded, Laszlo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1859 in 1960, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #3383 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Laszlo in 1966:
Laszlo by decade
Laszlo peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1950s | 52 | |
| 1960s | 186 | |
| 1970s | 98 | |
| 1980s | 77 | |
| 1990s | 86 | |
| 2000s | 144 | |
| 2010s ★ | 236 | |
| 2020s | 88 | |
💎Laszlo has only 907 total recorded births since 1957 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Laszlo?
Famous people named Laszlo
LB
László Bíró
Inventor of the ballpoint pen.
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László Lovász
Hungarian mathematician known for his work in combinatorics.
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László Papp
Hungarian boxer and three-time world champion.
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László Moholy-Nagy
Influential Hungarian painter and photographer associated with the Bauhaus.
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László Sólyom
Former President of Hungary.
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Common questions about the name Laszlo
What does the name Laszlo mean?
Laszlo means "glorious ruler" — a name rooted in Hungarian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Laszlo?
Laszlo is currently ranked #1000 as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Laszlo have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Laszlo?
Laszlo originates from Hungarian tradition. Hungarian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Laszlo?
Laszlo is a two-syllable name pronounced LAZL-oh. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Laszlo?
Laszlo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Hungarian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.