Vlad
Vlad: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /vlæd/
Meaning and origin of Vlad
- A male given name.
Etymology
Common Romanian male given name, sometimes used as a short form of Vladimir, but more commonly a hypocorism of Vladislav. It is also found as Czech and Slovak surname.
How popular is Vlad?
Since 1880, 543 boys in the U.S. have been named Vlad. Its highest rank for boys was #3629 in 2004. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Vlad FAQ
What does the name Vlad mean?
A male given name. Common Romanian male given name, sometimes used as a short form of Vladimir, but more commonly a hypocorism of Vladislav. It is also found as Czech and Slovak surname.
How popular is the name Vlad?
Since 1880, 543 boys in the U.S. have been named Vlad. Its highest rank for boys was #3629 in 2004. In 2025, 16 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Vlad a boy or girl name?
Vlad is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 543 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.