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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Famous warrior
- Origin
- French (feminine of Louis)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- loo-EEZ
Louise is the French feminine form of Louis, and it carries the meaning "famous warrior." Said loo-EEZ, it's a name with real historical depth, tracing back through more than a century of American use. If you want something with a strong sense of history behind it, Louise fits that search.
Meaning & Origin of Louise
Meaning: Famous warrior.
Origin: French (feminine of Louis).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Louise
loo-EEZIPA /luˈiːz/
Popularity of Louise
Louise was genuinely popular a century ago, reaching #17 in 1912 with 5,116 girls given the name that year. By 2024 it had become far rarer, ranking #540 with just 559 babies named Louise.
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FAQ
What does the name Louise mean?
Famous warrior. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Louise?
Louise is pronounced loo-EEZ (IPA: /luˈiːz/).
Is Louise a popular name right now?
Louise peaked at #17 in 1912 and is ranked #540 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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