Napolean Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: nuh-POH-lee-uhn //nəˈpoʊliən//
Origin: French; Italian
Meaning: Italian: 'of Naples'; French: 'from Naples'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Napoleon is derived from the Italian name Napoleone, which itself is believed to have roots in the Latin name Neapolitanus, meaning 'from Naples.' The etymology can be traced back to the Greek word 'neapolis,' meaning 'new city,' which refers to the ancient city of Naples in Italy. The name Napoleone became prominent in the Italian-speaking regions and was later adopted into French as Napoléon, particularly during the rise of the notable historical figure Napoleon Bonaparte in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
Bonaparte's influence helped solidify the name in various cultures, particularly in France and its territories, as it became synonymous with leadership and military prowess. Historically, Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) was a key figure in European history, known for his role in the French Revolution and the subsequent establishment of the French Empire.
His military campaigns, known as the Napoleonic Wars, reshaped the political landscape of Europe and had lasting impacts on the continent's governance and society. The name gained further significance through the Napoleonic Code, established in 1804, which influenced legal systems worldwide.
The name has also been associated with various cultural references, including literature and art, where Napoleon is often depicted as a complex character embodying ambition and authority. Culturally, the name Napoleon carries connotations of power, leadership, and ambition, reflecting the historical legacy of its most famous bearer.
The name has been used in various forms of media and literature, often symbolizing the archetype of a military leader or an ambitious ruler. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Napo or Leo have been used in various contexts, although they are less common.
The name's historical resonance continues to evoke discussions about leadership and governance, making it a significant name in both historical and cultural contexts.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Napolean was first seen in the United States in 1912.
Napolean has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Napolean has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Napolean is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Napolean was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Napolean
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Napolean.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |