Orleans Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Orleans Name at a Glance

Name	Orleans
Meaning	'King Henry V' Duke of Orleans.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Orleans Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Orleans means “'King Henry V' Duke of Orleans”. 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.

Orleans Name Origin

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

Is Orleans a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Orleans

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