Louis

At a Glance: Name: Louis – Meaning: famous warrior – Origin: French (from the Frankish/Germanic name Hlūdawīg) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: LOO-ee

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Louis is pronounced LOO-ee, and it comes from the French form of the old Germanic name Hlūdawīg, meaning "famous warrior." It has a vintage, old-world feel with a bit of bold weight to it — the kind of name that sounds like it's always been around. If you're picturing a name with deep roots rather than something newly invented, Louis fits that mold.

Meaning & Origin of Louis

Meaning: Famous warrior.

Origin: French (from the Frankish/Germanic name Hlūdawīg).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Louis

Phonetic: LOO-ee   IPA: /ˈluːi/

Popularity of Louis

Louis hit its high point back in 1882, ranking #18 with 852 babies given the name that year. In 2024, the most recent year on record, it ranked #236 with 1,503 babies — still very much in use, just one name among many more choices parents have today.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Louis mean?

Famous warrior. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Louis)

How do you pronounce Louis?

Louis is pronounced LOO-ee (IPA: /ˈluːi/).

Is Louis a popular name right now?

Louis peaked at #18 in 1882 and is ranked #236 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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