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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Famous warrior
- Origin
- French (from the Frankish/Germanic name Hlūdawīg)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- LOO-ee
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
LOO-eeIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Louis mean?
Famous warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
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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