Lewis
Lewis is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous warrior or renowned in battle.
Origin and history
Lewis is an English masculine name derived from the Old French name Louis and the Germanic Chlodovech. Historically popular in the English-speaking world as both a given name and a surname, it has remained a steady classic. In the U.S., it retains a traditional and timeless feel.
Popularity in the United States
155,766 babies in the United States have been named Lewis since 1880. It ranks #221 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #458.
States where it is most popular
- NY (6.9 %)
- PA (6.9 %)
- TX (5.8 %)
- VA (5.2 %)
- GA (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 4,341 |
| 1890-1900 | 3,699 |
| 1900-1910 | 4,042 |
| 1910-1920 | 17,787 |
| 1920-1930 | 25,328 |
| 1930-1940 | 20,017 |
| 1940-1950 | 20,931 |
| 1950-1960 | 18,133 |
| 1960-1970 | 11,683 |
| 1970-1980 | 7,517 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,841 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,533 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,424 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,552 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,938 |
Famous people named Lewis
- Lewis Lewis: Activist, Historical figure
- Lewis Pullman: Actor
- Lewis Hamilton: Racing driver
Nicknames
Lew, Louie, Lou
Fun facts
- Famous authors such as Lewis Carroll (pseudonym of Charles Dodgson) and C.S. Lewis have brought enduring fame to the name.
- Lewis is equally well-established as a major surname in Wales, England, and the United States.