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Ludovicus

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Ludovicus or Ludowicus is a Latinized form of the Germanic masculine given name Hludwig ("Louis"). It has been used as a baptismal name in the Low Countries, especially in Belgium; bearers often use(d) Lodewijk or short forms like Lode, Lou, Louis, or Ludo in daily life. People with the name include:

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  • Ludovicus Baba (ルイス馬場, died 1624), Japanese Franciscan missionary and saint
  • Ludovicus de Beaumanoir, pseudonym of Louis Richeome (1544–1625), French Jesuit theologian and controversialist.
  • Ludovicus Sasada (ルイス笹田, 1598–1624), Japanese Franciscan missionary and saint
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