Boy Name · Slavic Origin
Vladimir
Vladimir is a boy baby name of Slavic origin, meaning "Victorious spirit". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Vladimir often also consider Valdemar.
Vladimir meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Victorious spirit
Origin: Slavic naming roots help connect Vladimir to related Slavic baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Vladimir as V·L·A·D·I·M·I·R, with 8 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Vladimir is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Vladimir variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Vladimira, Vladimire, Vladimiry, Vladimi.
- Nicknames: Vlad and V.
- Middle names: Pair Vladimir with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Vladimir middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Valdemar, Velton, Violette, Violetta, Violeta — full picks on the sibling names for Vladimir guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Vladimir? Browse our names like Vladimir guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Vladimir
What does the name Vladimir mean?
Vladimir means "Victorious spirit" and is of Slavic origin.
What is the origin of Vladimir?
Vladimir originates in Slavic naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Vladimir?
Vladimir has 8 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Vladimir a boy's or girl's name?
Vladimir is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Vladimir in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Vladimir sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Vladimir?
Names that share Vladimir's sound and style include Valdemar, Velton, Violette, Violetta, Violeta.
What middle names pair well with Vladimir?
Good middle-name fits for Vladimir pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Vladimir is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Vladimir is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Vladimir?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Vladimir share its rhythm without rhyming — Valdemar, Velton, Violette all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.