Ladon Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Ladon

"A serpent-like dragon that twined around the tree in the Garden of the Hesperides and guarded the golden apples."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1970 👥 1,577 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A serpent-like dragon that twined around the tree in the Garden of the Hesperides and guarded the golden apples.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
1,577
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Ladon Mean?

Ladon may refer to:GeographyLadon (river) in Arcadia, Greece Ladon in Elis, Greece Ladon, Loiret, a commune in the Loiret département of FranceGamesLadon, a low value card in Tarock (Tarot) games Ladon, the dragon god in the video game Breath of Fire IIIMythologyLadon (mythology), one of the dragons in Greek mythology Ladon, husband of Stymphalis and father of Daphne and Metope Ladon, one of the dogs that tore apart Actaeon

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Ladon may refer to:GeographyLadon (river) in Arcadia, Greece Ladon in Elis, Greece Ladon, Loiret, a commune in the Loiret département of FranceGamesLadon, a low value card in Tarock (Tarot) games Ladon, the dragon god in the video game Breath of Fire IIIMythologyLadon (mythology), one of the dragons in Greek mythology Ladon, husband of Stymphalis and father of Daphne and Metope Ladon, one of the dogs that tore apart Actaeon

Root Element
Ladon
Core Meaning
"A serpent-like dragon that twined around the tree in the Garden of the Hesperides and guarded the golden apples."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Ladon

L 3
A 1
D 4
O 6
N 5
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
3
Personality
Creativity & Expression

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Ladon in Numbers

1,577 US bearers
1970 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Ladon" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A serpent-like dragon that twined around the tree in the Garden of the Hesperides and guarded the golden apples.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~1,577 people named Ladon in the US. Peaked in 1970 with 42 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Ladon?

The Life Path number for Ladon is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 3.

Is Ladon a boy or girl name?

Ladon is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 80% male and 20% female.

How many people are named Ladon in the US?

Approximately 1,577 people in the United States are named Ladon. The name peaked in 1970 with 42 recorded uses.

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