Parents seeking a meaningful masculine name often discover Clodoaldo, drawn to its germanic heritage and beautiful significance: "This name derives from two Germanic elements: “*hlūdaz” (to hear, loud, sound, noise / famous) plus “*alða- / *aldaz” (old, grown-up), which means “man of great wisdom". This name offers a perfect blend of cultural depth and personal meaning, making it a timeless choice for families around the world.
This name derives from two Germanic elements: “*hlūdaz” (to hear, loud, sound, noise / famous) plus “*alða- / *aldaz” (old, grown-up), which means “man of great wisdom.” Saint Clodoald was the son of King Chlodomer of Orléans. Clodoald was raised in Paris by his grandmother, Saint Clotilde. He was one of three brothers, all of whom were targeted for assassination by their uncle, Clotaire I. Clodoald’s brothers, Theodoald and Gunther, was killed by Clotaire when they were ten and nine respectively, but Clodoald survived by escaping to Provence.
*hlūdaz *alða- / *aldaz > Chlodovald
This name has found popularity across italian, portuguese, and spanish speaking regions, demonstrating its cross-cultural appeal and adaptability.