Legolas
LEH-goh-lahs
Legolas is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Fictional character name, meaning 'green leaf' or 'green foliage' in Sindarin.”, and peaked in popularity in 2003.
What Legolas Means
“Fictional character name, meaning 'green leaf' or 'green foliage' in Sindarin.”
The Story of Legolas
From the realm of myth and legend, this name carries the whisper of ancient forests and the grace of an elven prince.
Legolas is famously known as the name of the Elven prince and archer from J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings,' first appearing in print in 1954. The name itself is Sindarin, an Elvish language created by Tolkien, meaning 'green leaf' or 'green foliage.'
To hear Legolas is to imagine swiftness, keen sight, and a deep connection to nature. This is a name for your son, whom you envision as brave and loyal, with a wise understanding of the world around him.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Legolas Greenleaf
Elven prince and archer from 'Lord of the Rings'.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 2003
Total Births
18
First Recorded
2003
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