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Lewis vs Louie

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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Louie

Boy #575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

French English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#575
Total SSA Count
497
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Louie Rank #575

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 vs #575 for Louie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Louie more popular?

Lewis is more popular, ranked #435 compared to Louie at #575 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Louie mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Louie means "famous warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Lewis and Louie boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Louie is primarily a boy name.

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