Louis
Louis is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous warrior or renowned in battle.
Origin and history
Louis is derived from the Old Frankish name Chlodovech, meaning 'famous warrior'. It became a dominant royal name in France, borne by eighteen kings, and has maintained a consistent presence in the United States over the centuries. In recent years, it remains a classic, well-recognized choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
406,470 babies in the United States have been named Louis since 1880. It ranks #84 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #242.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.9 %)
- PA (8.3 %)
- CA (6.4 %)
- TX (5.8 %)
- NJ (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 8,275 |
| 1890-1900 | 8,442 |
| 1900-1910 | 10,372 |
| 1910-1920 | 50,600 |
| 1920-1930 | 67,693 |
| 1930-1940 | 47,754 |
| 1940-1950 | 49,430 |
| 1950-1960 | 47,933 |
| 1960-1970 | 33,382 |
| 1970-1980 | 20,145 |
| 1980-1990 | 17,354 |
| 1990-2000 | 14,436 |
| 2000-2010 | 10,262 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,815 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,577 |
Famous people named Louis
- Louis Armstrong: Musician, Trumpeter
- Louis Pasteur: Chemist, Microbiologist
- Louis C.K.: Comedian, Actor
Nicknames
Lou, Louie
Fun facts
- Eighteen kings of France bore the name Louis, making it one of the most prominent royal names in European history.
- The name gave rise to major U.S. locations, including the city of St. Louis, Missouri, and the state of Louisiana.