Vladimir
Vladimir first appears in US records in 1913. It peaked in 2016, when 180 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 87.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Vladimir popular?
Declining Vladimir is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2016 peak.
| 2020s | 606 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,583 | |
| 2000s | 1,369 | |
| 1990s | 967 | |
| 1980s | 605 | |
| 1970s | 437 | |
| 1960s | 166 | |
| 1950s | 95 | |
| 1940s | 19 | |
| 1930s | 81 | |
| 1920s | 152 | |
| 1910s | 110 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Vladimir mean?
Vladimir joins the Slavic for “rule” and “peace” or “great,” “famous ruler.”
Names like Vladimir
Slavic names with a similar feel and popularity.
Names that pair well with Vladimir
Popular Slavic names for a sibling or a middle name.
Compare Vladimir
Explore related names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vladimir mean?
Vladimir means Ruler of peace. Vladimir joins the Slavic for “rule” and “peace” or “great,” “famous ruler.”
What is the origin of the name Vladimir?
Vladimir is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Vladimir?
Vladimir is pronounced “VLAD-ee-meer.”
Is Vladimir a boy or a girl name?
Vladimir is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Vladimir a popular name right now?
Vladimir is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2016 peak.
How popular is the name Vladimir?
In 2025, Vladimir ranked #1836 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Vladimir most popular?
Vladimir was most popular in 2016, when about 180 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Vladimir?
Names similar to Vladimir include Yuri, Boris, Bogdan, Miroslav, Stanislav.
What names go well with Vladimir?
Slavic names that pair well with Vladimir include Mila, Vera, Nadia, Milan, Danica.