"from Lourdes, place of miracles"
Origin: French
Language: French
Lourdes
Pronunciation: [ l-AWRDZ ]
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Meaning & Origin
"slope, hillside"
Origin: Basque
Language: Basque
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The Story of Lourdes
Lourdes is a place name from the town of Lourdes in the Hautes-Pyrenees region of France. The town's name is of uncertain origin, possibly from the Basque word lorda meaning slope. The town became one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world after Bernadette Soubirous reported visions of the Virgin Mary there in 1858.
Lourdes became a popular given name throughout the Catholic world following the Marian apparitions of 1858. Madonna naming her daughter Lourdes in 1996 brought the name to mainstream international attention.
Lourdes receives about 5 million visitors annually, making it one of the most visited pilgrimage destinations in the world. As a given name, Lourdes represents deep Marian devotion in Catholic communities across France, Spain, and Latin America.
Historical Record
Lourdes first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 14,114 babies have been named Lourdes in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lourdes is past its peak , currently ranked #2,749 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- About 5 million pilgrims visit Lourdes, France each year
- Madonna named her daughter Lourdes Maria Ciccone Leon in 1996
- The Catholic Church has officially recognized 70 miraculous cures at Lourdes since 1858
Lourdes in Other Languages
Basque
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Popularity Over Time
#2,749
Current Rank
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Peaked 1963
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Lourdes
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Lourdes Leon
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1996
Daughter of Madonna and Carlos Leon, model and actress
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Lourdes Flores
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1959
Peruvian politician and former presidential candidate
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,749
- Total SSA Count
- 62
- Cultural Origins
- French Spanish Catholic Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lourdes
What does the name Lourdes mean?
"from Lourdes, place of miracles" (from French). "slope, hillside" (from Basque). Lourdes is a place name from the town of Lourdes in the Hautes-Pyrenees region of France. The town's name is of uncertain origin, possibly from the Basque word lorda meaning slope. The town became one of the most important Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world after Bernadette Soubirous reported visions of the Virgin Mary there in 1858.
What is the origin of the name Lourdes?
Lourdes has French, Basque, Spanish, Catholic, and Latin American origins. In French, it means "from Lourdes, place of miracles". In Basque, it means "slope, hillside".
Is Lourdes a boy or girl name?
Lourdes is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #2749. As a boy name, it is ranked #19501. Lourdes is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lourdes?
Lourdes is pronounced l-AWRDZ.
How popular is the name Lourdes?
Lourdes is currently ranked #2749 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lourdes?
Common nicknames for Lourdes include Lulu and Lou.
What are good middle names for Lourdes?
Popular middle name pairings include Lourdes Maria, Lourdes Isabel, Lourdes Grace, Lourdes Elena, and Lourdes Sofia.
What are good sibling names for Lourdes?
Names that pair well with Lourdes as siblings include Fatima, Guadalupe, Carmen, Rafael, and Santiago.
How many syllables does Lourdes have?
Lourdes has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Lourdes a common or rare name?
Lourdes is an uncommon name, ranked #2749 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Lourdes
Lourdes is a girl name with French, Spanish, Catholic, and Latin American origins . The name means "from Lourdes, place of miracles" in French .
Is Lourdes a boy or girl name? Lourdes is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #2,749 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #19,501. Lourdes is more commonly used as a girl name.
Lourdes is currently ranked #2,749 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Lourdes has 2 syllables and is pronounced l-AWRDZ, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Lourdes include Lulu and Lou. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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