Louise
Louise is a French feminine form of Louis, derived from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'renowned in battle.' This elegant name has been beloved across Europe for centuries and carries a sophisticated, timeless quality.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 600. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 125
- 2012: 153
- 2013: 197
- 2014: 201
- 2015: 243
- 2016: 313
- 2017: 339
- 2018: 340
- 2019: 428
- 2020: 417
- 2021: 460
- 2022: 462
- 2023: 514
- 2024: 562
- 2025: 579
- 2026 (projected): 600
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Works well in both formal and casual settings
- •Strong historical and literary associations
- •Pairs beautifully as a middle name
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Statistics
336,466
Total births since 1880
1921
Peak year
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