Ludie
Ludie is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Famous warrior or renowned battle, derived from its root name Louise.
Origin and history
Ludie is a vintage short form or diminutive derived from traditional names like Louise or Ludwig. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, it has rarely been given to U.S. infants in recent decades. It retains a soft, historic southern-charming sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,687 babies in the United States have been named Ludie since 1880. It ranks #3404 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- AL (31.1 %)
- GA (20 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- MS (14 %)
- NC (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 209 |
| 1890-1900 | 344 |
| 1900-1910 | 450 |
| 1910-1920 | 585 |
| 1920-1930 | 554 |
| 1930-1940 | 278 |
| 1940-1950 | 180 |
| 1950-1960 | 76 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Ludie was most common in the United States around the 1880s and 1890s before dropping off in usage.
- It originated primarily as an affectionate pet form of names starting with Lu-, such as Louise or Lucinda.