Louie
Louie: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈluː.i/
Meaning and origin of Louie
- A diminutive of the male given name Louis.
- A diminutive of the female given names Louise and Louisa.
Etymology
From Louis /Louise /Louisa + -ie.
How popular is Louie?
Since 1880, 2,346 girls and 30,992 boys in the U.S. have been named Louie (7% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #300 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #230 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #596 for boys, with 516 babies given the name.
Names similar to Louie
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Sibling name ideas for Louie
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Louie FAQ
What does the name Louie mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Louis. A diminutive of the female given names Louise and Louisa. From Louis /Louise /Louisa + -ie.
How popular is the name Louie?
Since 1880, 2,346 girls and 30,992 boys in the U.S. have been named Louie (7% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #300 in 1881. Its highest rank for boys was #230 in 1901. In 2025 it ranked #596 for boys, with 516 babies given the name.
Is Louie a boy or girl name?
Louie is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 2,346 girls and 30,992 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.