Famous warrior
Derived from the Germanic name Chlodovech, which combines the elements 'hlud' (fame or loud) and 'wig' (warrior). It is the German form of the name Louis and has been borne by numerous European kings and cultural icons.
About 12 boys were named Ludwig in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned German composer and pianist
Pioneering modernist architect
Influential 20th-century philosopher
Austrian School economist
Author and illustrator of the Madeline books
Eccentric scientist uncle of Donald Duck · Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color
One of the Koopalings · Super Mario Bros. 3