Louisiana
Pronunciation: [ l-oo-eez-ee-AN-uh ]
Louisiana is a girl baby name. Ranked #71,176 in the US, popular nicknames include Lou, Loy, and Louie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Louisiana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 72 babies have been named Louisiana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Louisiana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #71,176 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #71,176
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Louisiana
Louisiana is a girl name .
Louisiana is currently ranked #71,176 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Louisiana include Lou, Loy, Louie, and Louiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Louisiana include Louise, Louisa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis