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Lothar
Male
« Lothar is a unique Germanic given name derived from Old High German elements "hlaud" meaning "famous" or "renowned," and "hari" meaning "army" or "warrior," translating to "famous warrior" or "renowned in war." It was borne by several prominent medieval European figures, including Lothar I and Lothar II. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Lothar is a unique and distinctive given name of Germanic origin. It is derived from the Old High German elements "hlaud" meaning "famous" or "renowned," and "hari" which means "army" or "warrior." Thus, Lothar translates to "famous warrior" or "renowned in war."
The name Lothar has a rich historical background, particularly in medieval Europe. It was borne by several prominent figures, including:
1. Lothar I (795-855 AD): Also known as Lothar of France, he was the son of Emperor Louis I the Pious and became King of Italy in 839.
2. Lothar II (940-986 AD): He was a French king who ruled over Lotharingia, a medieval kingdom that encompassed parts of present-day France, Germany, and Belgium.
Despite its historical significance and unique meaning, Lothar remains relatively rare today as a given name. It is more commonly encountered in certain European countries where it has been used historically, such as France and Germany, but it is not widespread internationally.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Lothar since 1880
Total births
68
Total since 1880
Peak year
1929
10 births
in 1968
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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