gender neutral
Louis
famous warrior, renowned battle
About Louis
A timeless choice that carries an air of sophistication and refinement, this name has graced royalty, artists, and innovators throughout history. The name suggests someone who possesses both strength of character and an appreciation for the finer things in life. It works beautifully across cultures and languages, maintaining its elegance whether whispered in a nursery or announced in a boardroom. Parents who select this name often appreciate its classic appeal—it never feels outdated, yet it stands apart from overly trendy options. The name lends itself to charming nicknames while maintaining its distinguished full form for formal occasions. It's a name that grows gracefully with a child, equally suited to a curious toddler, an ambitious teenager, and a successful adult. The soft consonants and flowing vowel create a pleasant sound that's both gentle and memorable, making it easy for others to pronounce and remember.
Popularity of the Name Louis
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #19 | ||||
| 1881 | #19 | ||||
| 1882 | #18 | ||||
| 1883 | #19 | ||||
| 1884 | #19 | ||||
| 1885 | #19 | ||||
| 1886 | #19 | ||||
| 1887 | #19 | ||||
| 1888 | #19 | ||||
| 1889 | #19 | ||||
| 1890 | #19 | ||||
| 1891 | #19 | ||||
| 1892 | #22 | ||||
| 1893 | #22 | ||||
| 1894 | #21 | ||||
| 1895 | #21 | ||||
| 1896 | #22 | ||||
| 1897 | #23 | ||||
| 1898 | #27 | ||||
| 1899 | #26 | ||||
| 1900 | #26 | #66 | |||
| 1901 | #25 | #70 | |||
| 1902 | #25 | #66 | |||
| 1903 | #25 | #88 | |||
| 1904 | #26 | #84 | |||
| 1905 | #25 | #78 | |||
| 1906 | #22 | #75 | |||
| 1907 | #25 | #73 | |||
| 1908 | #22 | #95 | |||
| 1909 | #24 | #98 | |||
| 1910 | #24 | #86 | |||
| 1911 | #21 | #79 | |||
| 1912 | #20 | #107 | |||
| 1913 | #20 | #79 | |||
| 1914 | #20 | #86 | |||
| 1915 | #23 | #93 | |||
| 1916 | #22 | #99 | |||
| 1917 | #23 | #101 | |||
| 1918 | #24 | #82 | |||
| 1919 | #28 | #97 | |||
| 1920 | #28 | #103 | |||
| 1921 | #29 | #127 | |||
| 1922 | #27 | #109 | |||
| 1923 | #27 | #117 | |||
| 1924 | #28 | #122 | |||
| 1925 | #29 | #121 | |||
| 1926 | #30 | #126 | |||
| 1927 | #29 | #127 | |||
| 1928 | #32 | #99 | |||
| 1929 | #32 | #118 | |||
| 1930 | #34 | #119 | |||
| 1931 | #37 | #122 | |||
| 1932 | #39 | ||||
| 1933 | #40 | #150 | |||
| 1934 | #40 | #134 | |||
| 1935 | #42 | #135 | |||
| 1936 | #44 | #135 | |||
| 1937 | #46 | #143 | |||
| 1938 | #47 | #121 | |||
| 1939 | #49 | #169 | |||
| 1940 | #50 | #171 | |||
| 1941 | #50 | #168 | |||
| 1942 | #51 | #178 | |||
| 1943 | #53 | #158 | |||
| 1944 | #54 | #174 | |||
| 1945 | #55 | #157 | |||
| 1946 | #63 | #153 | |||
| 1947 | #64 | #138 | |||
| 1948 | #64 | #146 | |||
| 1949 | #64 | #168 | |||
| 1950 | #66 | #151 | |||
| 1951 | #76 | #168 | |||
| 1952 | #79 | #155 | |||
| 1953 | #78 | #189 | |||
| 1954 | #81 | ||||
| 1955 | #82 | #166 | |||
| 1956 | #82 | #178 | |||
| 1957 | #86 | #200 | |||
| 1958 | #94 | #173 | |||
| 1959 | #100 | #181 | |||
| 1960 | #106 | #202 | |||
| 1961 | #105 | #217 | |||
| 1962 | #107 | ||||
| 1963 | #104 | #247 | |||
| 1964 | #102 | #142 | |||
| 1965 | #101 | #203 | #145 | ||
| 1966 | #104 | #237 | #124 | ||
| 1967 | #107 | #154 | |||
| 1968 | #109 | #256 | #144 | ||
| 1969 | #121 | #157 | |||
| 1970 | #124 | #288 | #160 | ||
| 1971 | #126 | #197 | |||
| 1972 | #130 | #184 | |||
| 1973 | #135 | #198 | |||
| 1974 | #134 | #279 | #214 | ||
| 1975 | #138 | #279 | #202 | ||
| 1976 | #142 | #226 | |||
| 1977 | #143 | #320 | |||
| 1978 | #149 | #278 | #217 | ||
| 1979 | #148 | #239 | |||
| 1980 | #151 | #177 | |||
| 1981 | #151 | #300 | #183 | ||
| 1982 | #162 | #296 | #211 | ||
| 1983 | #156 | #223 | #212 | ||
| 1984 | #158 | #226 | #268 | ||
| 1985 | #164 | #157 | #214 | ||
| 1986 | #160 | #226 | #211 | ||
| 1987 | #161 | #201 | #245 | ||
| 1988 | #165 | #161 | #268 | ||
| 1989 | #163 | #165 | #224 | ||
| 1990 | #168 | #216 | #199 | ||
| 1991 | #187 | #158 | #254 | #148 | |
| 1992 | #192 | #167 | #171 | #150 | |
| 1993 | #194 | #111 | #182 | #127 | |
| 1994 | #206 | #110 | #205 | #134 | |
| 1995 | #218 | #108 | #231 | #150 | |
| 1996 | #235 | #115 | #182 | #150 | |
| 1997 | #235 | #58 | #109 | #148 | #136 |
| 1998 | #252 | #55 | #96 | #152 | #151 |
| 1999 | #262 | #55 | #84 | #130 | #152 |
| 2000 | #279 | #47 | #93 | #131 | #155 |
| 2001 | #279 | #41 | #121 | #106 | #176 |
| 2002 | #272 | #42 | #123 | #135 | #178 |
| 2003 | #283 | #43 | #89 | #124 | #159 |
| 2004 | #302 | #40 | #117 | #106 | #162 |
| 2005 | #324 | #43 | #113 | #118 | #164 |
| 2006 | #320 | #59 | #119 | #114 | #136 |
| 2007 | #345 | #62 | #95 | #87 | #154 |
| 2008 | #350 | #64 | #108 | #113 | #138 |
| 2009 | #353 | #68 | #94 | #107 | #148 |
| 2010 | #342 | #75 | #87 | #129 | #134 |
| 2011 | #332 | #72 | #68 | #135 | #130 |
| 2012 | #312 | #85 | #76 | #128 | #114 |
| 2013 | #315 | #81 | #61 | #122 | #107 |
| 2014 | #289 | #71 | #61 | #112 | #92 |
| 2015 | #296 | #85 | #84 | #108 | #88 |
| 2016 | #290 | #78 | #82 | #79 | #77 |
| 2017 | #277 | #88 | #91 | #79 | #73 |
| 2018 | #260 | #69 | #59 | #68 | #62 |
| 2019 | #249 | #51 | #75 | #72 | #48 |
| 2020 | #260 | #52 | #52 | #84 | #48 |
| 2021 | #251 | #51 | #42 | #70 | #40 |
| 2022 | #245 | #51 | #63 | #85 | #34 |
| 2023 | #238 | #46 | #48 | #92 | #31 |
| 2024 | #236 | #47 | #50 | #87 | #31 |
| 2025 | #249 | #50 | #34 | #121 | #28 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Louis
Names Similar to Louis
Nicknames for Louis
- Lou
- Louie
- Lew
- Lo
Famous People Named Louis
| Louis Armstrong | American jazz trumpeter |
| Louis Pasteur | French chemist and microbiologist |
| Louis XIV | King of France |
| Louis Tomlinson | British singer-songwriter, member of One Direction |
| Louis CK | American comedian and actor |
| Louis Braille | French inventor of Braille |
| Louis Zamperini | American Olympic athlete and World War II veteran |
| Louis Chevrolet | Swiss-American co-founder of Chevrolet |
| Louis van Gaal | Dutch football manager |
| Louis de Broglie | French physicist, Nobel laureate |
| Louis Leakey | Kenyan archaeologist and paleoanthropologist |
| Louis Joliet | French-Canadian explorer |
| Louis L'Amour | American writer |
| Louis Mountbatten | British naval officer and statesman |
| Louis Kahn | American architect |
| Louis Riel | Canadian politician and founder of Manitoba |
| Louis XVI | King of France during the French Revolution |
| Louis Theroux | British documentary filmmaker |
| Louis Garrel | French actor and director |
Characters Named Louis
| Louis Lane | Superman's love interest |
| Louis de Pointe du Lac | Character from Anne Rice's "Interview with the Vampire" |
| Louis Stevens | Character from the TV show "Even Stevens" |
| Louis Winthorpe III | Character from the movie "Trading Places" |
| Louis Canning | Character from the TV show "The Good Wife" |
| Louis Renault | Character from the movie "Casablanca" |
| Louis Ironson | Character from the play "Angels in America" |
| Louis Creed | Character from the novel "Pet Sematary" |
| Louis Banks | Character from the movie "Inside Man" |
| Louis Strack Jr. | Character from the movie "Men in Black II" |
| Louis Cipher | Character from the movie "Angel Heart" |
| Louis Bloom | Character from the movie "Nightcrawler" |
| Louis Prothero | Character from the graphic novel "V for Vendetta" |
| Louis Tully | Character from the movie "Ghostbusters" |
| Louis Booker | Character from the movie "Bad Boys II" |
| Louis Dainard | Character from the movie "Super 8" |
| Louis Burgess | Character from the movie "Timecop" |
| Louis Wu | Character from the book series "Ringworld" |