Louis
boy name#249 in 2025Louis entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #18 in 1882, ranks #249 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#249
rank today
#18
peak (1882)
1,391
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #19 |
| 1890s | #22 |
| 1900s | #25 |
| 1910s | #23 |
| 1920s | #29 |
| 1930s | #42 |
| 1940s | #57 |
| 1950s | #82 |
| 1960s | #107 |
| 1970s | #137 |
| 1980s | #159 |
| 1990s | #215 |
| 2000s | #311 |
| 2010s | #296 |
| 2020s | #247 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Louis has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 174,000 people named Louis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Louis alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Louis in 2025?
- Louis ranks #249 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,391 babies given the name.
- When was the name Louis most popular?
- Louis peaked in 1882, reaching #18 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Louis with classmates?
- Louis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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