Louisa Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationloo-EE-zah / luˈiːzə

Latin; French; German

Meaning

Famous warrior (Latin); Renowned fighter (German)

Historical & Cultural Background

Louisa is a feminine form of the name Louis, which has roots in the Latin name Ludovicus. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in France and Germany. It has been used by several queens and notable figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring appeal.

Trend Summary

Louisa has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.

Similar Names

LuciaLolaLanaLenaLorenLivia

Variants

  • Louise
  • Luisa

International Variants

  • Luisa (Spanish)
  • Louise (French)
  • Luise (German)

Famous people named Louisa

Louisa May Alcott was an American novelist best known for her book 'Little Women'.

Louisa Johnson is a British singer who gained fame as the winner of 'The X Factor' in 2015.

Louisa Gummer is an American model and the daughter of actress Meryl Streep.

Louisa Lytton is a British actress known for her role in the soap opera 'EastEnders'.

Fictional characters named Louisa

Louisa Clark is the main character in the novel 'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes.

Louisa von Trapp is a character in the musical 'The Sound of Music'.

Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Louisa was first seen in the United States in 1922. Louisa has ranked as high as #891 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Louisa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Louisa

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19225