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Napoleon

nuh-POH-lee-uhn

Napoleon is a boy’s name of Italian origin, meaning “Of Italian origin, derived from the name Napoleone, meaning 'lion of Naples' or 'from Naples'.”. It currently ranks #7098 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1926.

Letters8
Syllables4
OriginItalian

What Napoleon Means

Of Italian origin, derived from the name Napoleone, meaning 'lion of Naples' or 'from Naples'.

The Story of Napoleon

This name, echoing a titan of history, carries an undeniable aura of ambition and leadership, ready for a modern legend.

Napoleon is a name of Italian origin, derived from Napoleone, which likely means 'lion of Naples' or 'from Naples.' First appearing in records around 1880, its prominence surged, peaking in 1926, forever linked to the famed French military and political leader who reshaped Europe.

To speak 'Napoleon' is to invoke a force of nature, a name imbued with immense ambition and strategic vision. It’s a name that doesn’t shy away from power, a name you imagine your son carrying with a bold determination, capable of extraordinary feats. You feel the gravity of it, the weight of history and the potential for greatness it signifies.

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Numerology

3

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Famous Namesakes

  • Napoleon Bonaparte

    French military and political leader

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#122 in 1926

Total Births

7,787

First Recorded

1880

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