Louis
Male name · ★ Classic
229,148
Total Births
1916
Peak Year
#237
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Louis
Louis is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 229,148 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1910s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 17,571 births |
| 1890s | 19,270 births |
| 1900s | 22,915 births |
| 1910s | 34,288 births |
| 1920s | 32,641 births |
| 1930s | 21,811 births |
| 1940s | 20,639 births |
| 1950s | 19,490 births |
| 1960s | 13,258 births |
| 1970s | 8,026 births |
| 1980s | 6,754 births |
| 1990s | 5,595 births |
| 2000s | 3,783 births |
| 2010s | 2,169 births |
| 2020s | 938 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Louis?
Louis has been given to 229,148 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1916 with 3,722 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #237.
Is Louis a boy or girl name?
Louis is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Louis most popular?
Louis was most popular in 1916, when 3,722 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Louis?
Louis first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).