Aloysius Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-LOH-ih-shus / əˈloʊɪʃəsLatin; Germanic
Meaning
Latin: 'famous warrior'; Germanic: 'noble'
Historical & Cultural Background
Aloysius is derived from the Latin name Aloisius, which is a variant of Louis. The name has been borne by several saints, most notably Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, a Jesuit who is the patron saint of youth. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Catholic contexts, due to its association with the saint. It has also appeared in literature and has been adopted in various forms across different languages.
Trend Summary
Aloysius has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often remaining a unique choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alois
- Aloys
International Variants
- Aloisio (Italian)
- Aloys (French)
- Aloisio (Portuguese)
Famous people named Aloysius
Aloysius Bertrand was a French poet known for his work in the 19th century.
Aloysius P. McGhee was an American politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Aloysius 'Al' McGowan was a notable American football player in the early 20th century.
Fictional characters named Aloysius
Aloysius is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, known for his intellectual demeanor.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aloysius was first seen in the United States in 1880. Aloysius has ranked as high as #644 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, Illinois, New York, Wisconsin, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Aloysius has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aloysius (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 8 |
| 1882 | 11 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 11 |
| 1885 | 15 |
| 1886 | 10 |
| 1887 | 11 |
| 1888 | 17 |
| 1889 | 11 |
| 1890 | 13 |
| 1891 | 25 |
| 1892 | 26 |
| 1893 | 31 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 27 |
| 1896 | 25 |
| 1897 | 26 |
| 1898 | 36 |
| 1899 | 24 |
| 1900 | 37 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 21 |
| 1903 | 20 |
| 1904 | 24 |
| 1905 | 26 |
| 1906 | 22 |
| 1907 | 28 |
| 1908 | 29 |
| 1909 | 41 |
| 1910 | 29 |
| 1911 | 49 |
| 1912 | 92 |
| 1913 | 118 |
| 1914 | 143 |
| 1915 | 187 |
| 1916 | 199 |
| 1917 | 180 |
| 1918 | 183 |
| 1919 | 192 |
| 1920 | 194 |
| 1921 | 199 |
| 1922 | 160 |
| 1923 | 149 |
| 1924 | 164 |
| 1925 | 136 |
| 1926 | 119 |
| 1927 | 126 |
| 1928 | 123 |
| 1929 | 107 |
| 1930 | 93 |
| 1931 | 79 |
| 1932 | 75 |
| 1933 | 67 |
| 1934 | 63 |
| 1935 | 49 |
| 1936 | 61 |
| 1937 | 41 |
| 1938 | 50 |
| 1939 | 54 |
| 1940 | 50 |
| 1941 | 34 |
| 1942 | 39 |
| 1943 | 32 |
| 1944 | 34 |
| 1945 | 32 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 34 |
| 1948 | 27 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 29 |
| 1951 | 27 |
| 1952 | 23 |
| 1953 | 32 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 27 |
| 1956 | 28 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 27 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 25 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 34 |
| 1965 | 21 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 19 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 26 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 21 |