Nepoleon is a unique given name of French origin, derived from the Latin 'Napolinus', meaning 'from Naples'. It is composed of two elements: 'Napo' (from Naples) and '-leon' (lion). This name was popularized by Napoleon Bonaparte, the French military leader and emperor who dominated European politics in the early 19th century. However, it is important to note that the name predates his birth, with historical records showing its use in France as far back as the Middle Ages.
"The name Nepoleon was given to five children in 1924 and another five in 1966, making a total of ten babies named Nepoleon over those two years."