Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 03, 2024

Ladislau

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Origin: Romanian

Meaning: To rule with glory; Glorious lord

Ladislau is a Romanian and Portuguese form of the Slavic name Vladislav, which combines the elements vladét, meaning “to rule,” and sláva, meaning “glory.” Therefore, it can be said to mean “to rule with glory,” or “glorious lord.” A fitting name for your little royal! The name has many other variants, including Ladislao, Vladislavs, Vladislovas, Ladislav, Vladyslav, and more.