Louis
/luːˈiː/noun
A common male given name of French origin.
Did you know?The name Louis has been borne by numerous kings in France, giving it a regal air that invokes power and lineage.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*hlodwigaz
“Famous battle”
Old High German
OHG
Hluodwig
“Famous warrior”
Old French
OF
Looïz
“The name adopted from the Germanic form, popularized by kings”
Middle English
ME
Louis
“The name introduced into England, often associated with nobility”
Modern English
English
Louis
“Retained as a common name, symbolizing strength and heritage”