Louisa
girl name#694 in 2025Louisa entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #119 in 1881, ranks #694 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#694
rank today
#119
peak (1881)
407
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #152 |
| 1890s | #242 |
| 1900s | #338 |
| 1910s | #439 |
| 1920s | #530 |
| 1930s | #604 |
| 1940s | #686 |
| 1950s | #791 |
| 1960s | #887 |
| 1970s | #1175 |
| 1980s | #1294 |
| 1990s | #1492 |
| 2000s | #1724 |
| 2010s | #961 |
| 2020s | #744 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Louisa has been most popular in California, New York, Texas.
Living bearers
About 13,000 people named Louisa are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Louisa alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Louisa in 2025?
- Louisa ranks #694 among US girl names in 2025, with 407 babies given the name.
- When was the name Louisa most popular?
- Louisa peaked in 1881, reaching #119 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Louisa with classmates?
- Louisa will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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