Vladimir
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Vladimir: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2020.
Of Slavic origin, Vladimir is a storied name built from the elements *vladěti* ("to rule") and *miru* ("great, famous"), giving it the meaning "renowned ruler." It has been borne by powerful figures including Vladimir Lenin, the revolutionary leader of the Soviet Union, and Vladimir Nabokov, the celebrated novelist who wrote *Lolita*. The name also belongs to a historic Russian city, Vladimir, founded in the 12th century and now part of the Golden Ring. Its affectionate short form, Vlad, is widely used across Eastern Europe and has a strong, standalone presence in its own right. While not Scottish in origin, Vladimir has gained quiet recognition in Scotland through immigration and cultural exchange, lending a distinctive, commanding resonance to any baby name list.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20203 babies
- Latest (2020)
- #7113 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2020
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y