Napolean
nah-POH-lee-uhn
Napolean is a boy’s name of Italian origin, meaning “Derived from a place name, likely the city of Naples in Italy, and possibly linked to Germanic elements meaning 'lion'. It's famously associated with a historical emperor.”, and peaked in popularity in 1925.
What Napolean Means
“Derived from a place name, likely the city of Naples in Italy, and possibly linked to Germanic elements meaning 'lion'. It's famously associated with a historical emperor.”
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Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Napoleon Bonaparte
French military and political leader.
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Peak Year
#15 in 1925
Total Births
370
First Recorded
1912
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