Aloysius
Aloysius: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /æl.əʊˈɪʃ.əs/ · /æl.əʊˈɪs.ɪəs/
Meaning and origin of Aloysius
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, notably of a 16th-century Italian saint.
Etymology
Latinization of Occitan Aloys, an Occitan form of Louis. Doublet of Louis.
How popular is Aloysius?
Since 1880, 5,724 boys in the U.S. have been named Aloysius. Its highest rank for boys was #312 in 1893. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Aloysius FAQ
What does the name Aloysius mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages, notably of a 16th-century Italian saint. Latinization of Occitan Aloys, an Occitan form of Louis. Doublet of Louis.
What is the origin of the name Aloysius?
Aloysius is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Aloysius?
Since 1880, 5,724 boys in the U.S. have been named Aloysius. Its highest rank for boys was #312 in 1893. In 2025, 20 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Aloysius a boy or girl name?
Aloysius is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 5,724 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.