Luiz Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationloo-EEZ / luˈizPortuguese; Spanish
Meaning
Famous warrior (Portuguese); renowned fighter (Spanish)
Historical & Cultural Background
Luiz is a variant of the name Louis, which has roots in the Germanic name Ludwig. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries. It has been borne by numerous kings and nobles throughout history, contributing to its royal connotation. The name is often associated with strength and leadership.
Trend Summary
The name Luiz has seen consistent usage in Portuguese-speaking countries, with moderate popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Luizinho
- Lu
- Lui
International Variants
- Luís (Portuguese)
- Luis (Spanish)
- Louis (French)
- Ludwig (German)
Famous people named Luiz
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is a Brazilian politician who served as the President of Brazil.
Luiz Felipe Scolari is a Brazilian football manager known for leading the national team to victory in the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
Luiz Carvalho is a Brazilian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Luiz Bonfá was a Brazilian guitarist and composer, famous for his work in bossa nova music.
Fictional characters named Luiz
Luiz is a character in the animated film 'Rio,' where he is portrayed as a friendly and helpful toucan.
Luiz is a character in the video game series 'Street Fighter,' known for his martial arts skills.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Luiz was first seen in the United States in 1915. Luiz has ranked as high as #1171 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Luiz has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Luiz (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 22 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 19 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 25 |
| 1977 | 32 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 26 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 46 |
| 1982 | 33 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 39 |
| 1986 | 48 |
| 1987 | 55 |
| 1988 | 65 |
| 1989 | 76 |
| 1990 | 84 |
| 1991 | 73 |
| 1992 | 91 |
| 1993 | 85 |
| 1994 | 72 |
| 1995 | 70 |
| 1996 | 89 |
| 1997 | 81 |
| 1998 | 105 |
| 1999 | 108 |
| 2000 | 112 |
| 2001 | 112 |
| 2002 | 95 |
| 2003 | 75 |
| 2004 | 71 |
| 2005 | 81 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2007 | 84 |
| 2008 | 66 |
| 2009 | 65 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 46 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 38 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 39 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 31 |
| 2024 | 19 |