Luis
Luis is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Famous warrior or renowned in battle.
Origin and history
Luis is the Spanish form of the classic Germanic name Louis, ultimately derived from Chlodovech. It has long been a staple masculine name across Spanish-speaking cultures and remains very popular in the United States. Modern U.S. usage reflects its strong, timeless appeal and widespread cross-cultural recognition.
Popularity in the United States
292,959 babies in the United States have been named Luis since 1880. It ranks #125 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #136.
States where it is most popular
- CA (27.9 %)
- TX (21.5 %)
- NY (10.6 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 111 |
| 1890-1900 | 111 |
| 1900-1910 | 244 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,023 |
| 1920-1930 | 3,043 |
| 1930-1940 | 2,806 |
| 1940-1950 | 3,905 |
| 1950-1960 | 9,790 |
| 1960-1970 | 15,907 |
| 1970-1980 | 23,966 |
| 1980-1990 | 37,447 |
| 1990-2000 | 64,761 |
| 2000-2010 | 74,334 |
| 2010-2019 | 39,079 |
| 2020-2029 | 16,432 |
Famous people named Luis
- Luis Fonsi: Singer, Songwriter
- Luis Miguel: Singer
- Luis Antonio Tagle: Religious Leader
Nicknames
Lucho, Lui
Fun facts
- Luis is the Spanish form of Louis, a name borne by eighteen kings of France and numerous European monarchs.
- The name has consistently ranked among the top 200 male names in the United States for over a century.