Louis is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #236 in 2024 with 1,503 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 1,503 births ranking #236. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 17.1%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 1,141 boys born was named Louis. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Louis is a major classic meaning "famous battle". It has royal, literary, and international depth while still sounding soft and usable.
The name spread through French royal history and later became important across Europe and the English-speaking world. It remains a dependable classic with several distinct pronunciation traditions.