Louise vs Lois

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Louise

Girl #538 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic

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Girl #1,692 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"superior, more desirable"

Origin: Greek

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Louise Rank #538

Lois Rank #1,692

Louise is more popular, ranked #538 vs #1692 for Lois.

Is Louise or Lois more popular?

Louise is more popular, ranked #538 compared to Lois at #1692 in the United States.

What do Louise and Lois mean?

Louise means "famous warrior" (Germanic origin). Lois means "superior, more desirable" (Greek origin).

Are Louise and Lois boy or girl names?

Louise is primarily a girl name. Lois is primarily a girl name.