Girl
Lois
famous warrior
About Lois
Lois carries a vintage charm that's experiencing a well-deserved renaissance among discerning parents. This classic name offers a refreshing alternative to the Emmas and Olivias dominating playgrounds, providing familiarity without oversaturation. The two syllables create an efficient, no-nonsense quality that feels both competent and warm. Lois has literary and historical weight, having graced notable figures throughout decades, lending it an intellectual, accomplished air. The name works beautifully across all life stages, aging gracefully from childhood through retirement. Its straightforward spelling eliminates the constant corrections many modern names require, a practical consideration parents appreciate. For families valuing timeless choices over fleeting trends, Lois delivers substance and quiet sophistication.
Popularity of the Name Lois
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #211 | |||
| 1881 | #205 | |||
| 1882 | #211 | |||
| 1883 | #195 | |||
| 1884 | #207 | |||
| 1885 | #183 | |||
| 1886 | #187 | |||
| 1887 | #176 | |||
| 1888 | #206 | |||
| 1889 | #185 | |||
| 1890 | #178 | |||
| 1891 | #162 | |||
| 1892 | #160 | |||
| 1893 | #152 | |||
| 1894 | #140 | |||
| 1895 | #144 | |||
| 1896 | #123 | |||
| 1897 | #111 | |||
| 1898 | #114 | |||
| 1899 | #117 | |||
| 1900 | #115 | |||
| 1901 | #109 | |||
| 1902 | #98 | |||
| 1903 | #92 | |||
| 1904 | #90 | |||
| 1905 | #88 | |||
| 1906 | #88 | |||
| 1907 | #85 | |||
| 1908 | #80 | |||
| 1909 | #73 | |||
| 1910 | #76 | #149 | ||
| 1911 | #68 | #166 | ||
| 1912 | #63 | #174 | ||
| 1913 | #59 | #162 | ||
| 1914 | #51 | #119 | ||
| 1915 | #47 | #153 | ||
| 1916 | #43 | #124 | ||
| 1917 | #43 | #103 | ||
| 1918 | #42 | #85 | ||
| 1919 | #40 | #95 | ||
| 1920 | #38 | #90 | ||
| 1921 | #38 | #74 | ||
| 1922 | #35 | #73 | ||
| 1923 | #27 | #67 | ||
| 1924 | #22 | #62 | ||
| 1925 | #18 | #41 | ||
| 1926 | #19 | #37 | ||
| 1927 | #19 | #43 | ||
| 1928 | #18 | #41 | ||
| 1929 | #17 | #42 | ||
| 1930 | #17 | #33 | ||
| 1931 | #20 | #31 | ||
| 1932 | #20 | #35 | ||
| 1933 | #19 | #25 | ||
| 1934 | #20 | #26 | ||
| 1935 | #21 | #34 | ||
| 1936 | #26 | #37 | ||
| 1937 | #29 | #30 | ||
| 1938 | #33 | #28 | ||
| 1939 | #35 | #31 | ||
| 1940 | #38 | #34 | ||
| 1941 | #43 | #27 | ||
| 1942 | #44 | #34 | ||
| 1943 | #43 | #48 | ||
| 1944 | #47 | #31 | ||
| 1945 | #48 | #49 | ||
| 1946 | #55 | #66 | ||
| 1947 | #63 | #55 | ||
| 1948 | #70 | #63 | ||
| 1949 | #73 | #63 | ||
| 1950 | #83 | #65 | ||
| 1951 | #85 | #62 | ||
| 1952 | #86 | #70 | ||
| 1953 | #91 | #70 | ||
| 1954 | #110 | #82 | ||
| 1955 | #124 | #84 | ||
| 1956 | #135 | #100 | ||
| 1957 | #145 | #91 | ||
| 1958 | #154 | #131 | ||
| 1959 | #162 | #133 | ||
| 1960 | #175 | #157 | ||
| 1961 | #183 | #144 | ||
| 1962 | #201 | #185 | ||
| 1963 | #217 | #200 | ||
| 1964 | #231 | #208 | ||
| 1965 | #249 | #218 | ||
| 1966 | #278 | #255 | ||
| 1967 | #315 | #304 | ||
| 1968 | #340 | #314 | ||
| 1969 | #403 | #377 | ||
| 1970 | #427 | #369 | ||
| 1971 | #447 | |||
| 1972 | #507 | #372 | ||
| 1973 | #540 | |||
| 1974 | #569 | |||
| 1975 | #676 | |||
| 1976 | #763 | |||
| 1977 | #821 | |||
| 1978 | #770 | |||
| 1979 | #880 | |||
| 1980 | #972 | |||
| 1981 | #836 | |||
| 1982 | #882 | |||
| 1983 | #985 | |||
| 1997 | #127 | |||
| 1998 | #120 | |||
| 1999 | #132 | #587 | ||
| 2000 | #140 | |||
| 2001 | #136 | |||
| 2002 | #131 | #575 | ||
| 2003 | #147 | #532 | ||
| 2004 | #141 | |||
| 2005 | #140 | |||
| 2006 | #123 | #873 | ||
| 2007 | #114 | #969 | ||
| 2008 | #110 | |||
| 2009 | #117 | |||
| 2010 | #131 | |||
| 2011 | #121 | #657 | ||
| 2012 | #126 | #720 | ||
| 2013 | #138 | #700 | ||
| 2014 | #137 | |||
| 2015 | #156 | #703 | ||
| 2016 | #189 | |||
| 2017 | #186 | #809 | ||
| 2018 | #208 | #488 | ||
| 2019 | #247 | #527 | ||
| 2020 | #256 | #579 | ||
| 2021 | #286 | #600 | ||
| 2022 | #359 | |||
| 2023 | #302 | |||
| 2024 | #371 | #589 | ||
| 2025 | #420 | #776 | ||
| 1994 | #568 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland
Variations of Name Lois
- Loiss
- Loyis
- Lowis
- Loys
Names Similar to Lois
Nicknames for Lois
- Lo
- Lou
- Loey
- Lolo
- Lola
Famous People Named Lois
| Lois Lane | American comic book character from Superman series |
| Lois McMaster Bujold | American science fiction and fantasy author |
| Lois Smith | American actress with a career spanning several decades |
| Lois Lowry | American author known for writing "The Giver" and other acclaimed books |
| Lois Chiles | American actress and model |
| Lois Nettleton | American actress and Tony Award winner |
| Lois Wilson | Canadian actress best known for her roles in silent films |
| Lois Maxwell | Canadian actress who portrayed Miss Moneypenny in many James Bond films |
| Lois Gibbs | American environmental activist |
| Lois Frankel | American politician and member of the U.S. House of Representatives |
| Lois Hole | Canadian author, businesswoman, and Lieutenant Governor of Alberta |
| Lois Capps | American politician and former member of the U.S. House of Representatives |
| Lois Jenson | American plaintiff in a landmark sexual harassment case |
| Lois Mailou Jones | African American artist and educator |
| Lois Hill | American jewelry designer |
| Lois Lilienstein | Canadian musician and member of the children's group Sharon, Lois & Bram |
| Lois Weber | American film director and screenwriter, known for her pioneering work in silent films |
| Lois Pope | American philanthropist and advocate for various causes |
| Lois Roberts | British paralympic athlete |
Characters Named Lois
| Lois Cerullo | Character from the soap opera "General Hospital" |
| Lois Sadler | Character from the TV show "The Leftovers" |
| Lois Adams | Character from the TV show "The Pretender" |
| Lois Lane Kent | Character from the TV show "Smallville" |
| Lois Griffin-Brown | Character from the TV show "The Cleveland Show" |
| Lois Wilson | Character from the TV show "One Life to Live" |
| Lois Marsh | Character from the movie "Looper" |
| Lois Lane | Character from the TV show "Supergirl" |
| Lois Einhorn | Character from the movie "Ace Ventura - Pet Detective" |
| Lois Griffin | Character from the TV show "Family Guy" |
| Lois Wilkinson | Character from the TV show "The Bill" |
| Lois Farrow | Character from the TV show "The Mentalist" |
| Lois Habiba | Character from the TV show "EastEnders" |