Lourdes
Lourdes is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
From the French town of Lourdes; historically derived from a Basque place-name likely meaning 'steep slope'.
Origin and history
Lourdes is a given name derived from a town in southwestern France near the Pyrenees. The town became a major Catholic pilgrimage site after Marian apparitions were reported there in 1858. In the United States, it has been steadily used, particularly among families honoring its religious and geographic heritage.
Popularity in the United States
14,805 babies in the United States have been named Lourdes since 1880. It ranks #1288 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1679.
States where it is most popular
- CA (30.9 %)
- NY (25.6 %)
- TX (15.7 %)
- FL (9.1 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 15 |
| 1920-1930 | 130 |
| 1930-1940 | 170 |
| 1940-1950 | 315 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,475 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,064 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,235 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,859 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,091 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,044 |
| 2010-2019 | 985 |
| 2020-2029 | 422 |
Famous people named Lourdes
- Lourdes Leon: Model, Singer
- Lourdes Benedicto: Actress
Nicknames
Lula, Lulú
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread global popularity due to the famous sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in France.
- The town's name Lourdes originates from Basque linguistic roots referring to the local mountainous terrain.