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Lewis vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#540
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Bruce Rank #540

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #540 for Bruce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Bruce more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Bruce mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Lewis and Bruce boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.

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