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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Famous warrior
- Origin
- Germanic (Latinized form of Louise)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- loo-EE-zah
Louisa is the Germanic, Latinized form of Louise, carrying the meaning "famous warrior." It's pronounced loo-EE-zah (IPA /luːˈiːzə/), a clear, sturdy sound to match a name with that kind of meaning behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Louisa
Meaning: Famous warrior.
Origin: Germanic (Latinized form of Louise).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Louisa
loo-EE-zahIPA /luːˈiːzə/
Popularity of Louisa
Louisa hit its peak popularity in 1881, ranking #119 with 142 baby girls given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #733, with 383 babies named Louisa, based on Social Security data spanning 1880 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Louisa mean?
Famous warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Louisa?
Louisa is pronounced loo-EE-zah (IPA: /luːˈiːzə/).
Is Louisa a popular name right now?
Louisa peaked at #119 in 1881 and is ranked #733 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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