#7332024 rank
2021peak year
21,176babies named Louisa since 1880
▼ 9%5-year trend
Louisa popularity over 145 years
💎 Rare find · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Louisa mean?
Feminine form of Louis, from the Germanic name Ludwig via Latin Ludovicus, meaning 'famous in battle'. Well used in the English-speaking world since the 18th century.
OriginLatin
Syllables2
Gendergirl
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Louisa
Same era, same vibe — if you like Louisa, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Louisas
- Louisa May Alcott, author
Spellings & variants
LuisaLouiseEloise
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