Ludvig
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,318
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Ludvig
Ludvig is a boy name .
Ludvig is currently ranked #20,318 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ludvig include Lud, Ludv, Ludvy, Ludvie, Luy, Luie, and Ludkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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