Ludwig Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ludwig Name at a Glance

Name	Ludwig
Meaning	Famous fighter.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ludwig Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ludwig means “Famous fighter”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Ludwig Name Origin

Our database records Ludwig under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Ludwig a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Ludwig is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Ludwig

When considering Ludwig for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.