Lois
Lois: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈləʊ.ɪs/
Meaning and origin of Lois
- A female given name from Ancient Greek of biblical origin.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Λωΐς (Lōḯs), of obscure meaning. Unrelated to Louise or Louisa.
How popular is Lois?
Since 1880, 332,950 girls and 2,644 boys in the U.S. have been named Lois (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17 in 1929. Its highest rank for boys was #566 in 1909. In 2025, 124 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Lois FAQ
What does the name Lois mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek of biblical origin. From Ancient Greek Λωΐς (Lōḯs), of obscure meaning. Unrelated to Louise or Louisa.
What is the origin of the name Lois?
Lois is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Lois?
Since 1880, 332,950 girls and 2,644 boys in the U.S. have been named Lois (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17 in 1929. Its highest rank for boys was #566 in 1909. In 2025, 124 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Lois a boy or girl name?
Lois is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 332,950 girls and 2,644 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.