Bolivar

Bolivar Meaning & Origin

About Bolivar
The name "Bolivar" is of Spanish origin and is derived from the Germanic name "Baudouin" or "Baldwin." It is composed of the elements "bald," meaning "bold" or "brave," and "win," meaning "friend" or "protector." As a surname, Bolivar is associated with the historical figure Simón Bolívar, who played a significant role in the liberation of several South American countries from Spanish colonial rule. The name "Bolivar" thus carries connotations of bravery, strength, and leadership.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Bolivar are male.

Bolivar Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -25% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
PLFR
🗽 NYSIIS
BA
🔊 Soundex
B040106
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
B AA1 L AH0 V ER0
🌐 IPA
/ˈbɑləvər/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('PLFR', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B416

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Bolivar in Braille

Here's how to represent Bolivar in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Bolivar in braille

How to Spell the Name Bolivar in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Bolivar using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Bolivar in sign language

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