Luisa

“Famous warrior”

Spain origin · Unisex name

♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls

#950US 2023

276Births / yr

↓Falling

12.9kAll-time births

📅 Since 188200.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Luisa

loo·EE·zuh

/luː.ˈiː.zə/ · stress on EE · 3 syllables

“Famous warrior”

Spain origin · Unisex name

What does Luisa mean and where does it come from?

Luisa is a feminine form of the name Louis, derived from the Old High German name 'Hluodwig', which means 'famous warrior'. The name has been used widely across Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking countries. It gained popularity in the 19th century and has been borne by various queens and prin

Cultural significance

Luisa has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of famous warrior.

Peak popularity

Reached #737 in 1882 — currently #950 in the US.

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How else can you spell Luisa?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Louisa

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Luisa?

Luisa works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Luisa Grace

How popular is Luisa right now?

Falling — down 79 spots — currently #950 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1885–2023#950 · Top 0.70%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#950	276	▼ down 79 · -13% births
2022	#871	319	▲ up 117 · +22% births
2021	#988	262	▲ up 1 · +3% births
2020	#989	255	▲ up 143 · +14% births
2015	#1132	224	▲ up 31 · +8% births
2010	#1163	208	▼ down 107 · -8% births
2005	#1056	226	▼ down 84 · +4% births
2000	#972	218	▲ up 21 · +15% births
1995	#993	189	▼ down 24 · -2% births
1990	#969	193	▲ up 176 · +54% births
1985	#1145	125	▼ down 8 · +4% births
1980	#1137	120	▼ down 99 · +4% births
1975	#1038	115	▼ down 30 · -7% births
1970	#1008	124	▼ down 9 · +14% births
1965	#999	109	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Luisa

Best Year2022Rank #871

Peak Count319

Average Rank#1080

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1900 - 202328 years

The story of Luisa

Luisa has been a beloved American name for over 142 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1882. A total of 12,922 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #984 in 1885 to #950 in 2023. Luisa is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.

Names that peaked alongside Luisa in 1882:

Mary Anna Emma Elizabeth Minnie

Luisa by decade

Luisa peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	46
1890s	105
1900s	149
1910s	366
1920s	631
1930s	364
1940s	397
1950s	712
1960s	973
1970s	1,138
1980s	1,484
1990s	1,916
2000s ★	2,246
2010s	2,140
2020s	255

What are good nicknames for Luisa?

DUTCH

Loes

ENGLISH

LouLouellaLuellaLula

FRENCH

LouLouisette

GERMAN

Lulu

What names sound and feel like Luisa?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Luisa also consider these

Luissa

Spain · Spanish

Luida

Italian · derived from 'Luigi,'

Yuisa

Japan · to be helpful;

Luiza

Brazil · Portuguese

Daisa

Spain · A diminutive form

How is Luisa written in other languages?

Gender variants of Luisa

Chlodovech ANCIENT GERMANIC Clodovicus ANCIENT GERMANIC Clovis ANCIENT GERMANIC Hludowig ANCIENT GERMANIC Ludovicus ANCIENT GERMANIC Koldo BASQUE Koldobika BASQUE Loïc BRETON Lluís CATALAN Alojz CROATIAN Alojzije CROATIAN Alois CZECH Luděk CZECH Ludvík CZECH Ludvig DANISH Lodewijk DUTCH Louis DUTCH Lowie DUTCH Ludo DUTCH Aloysius ENGLISH Lewis ENGLISH Lou ENGLISH Louie ENGLISH Louis ENGLISH Luĉjo ESPERANTO Ludoviko ESPERANTO Clovis FRENCH Loïc FRENCH Lou FRENCH Louis FRENCH Ludovic FRENCH Lois GALICIAN Alois GERMAN Ludwig GERMAN Lutz GERMAN Alajos HUNGARIAN Lajos HUNGARIAN Lúðvík ICELANDIC Alaois IRISH Aloisio ITALIAN Alvise ITALIAN Gino ITALIAN Lodovico ITALIAN Ludovico ITALIAN Luigi ITALIAN Luigino ITALIAN Vico ITALIAN Ludis LATVIAN Ludvigs LATVIAN Liudvikas LITHUANIAN Aloys MEDIEVAL OCCITAN Aloysius MEDIEVAL OCCITAN Ludvig NORWEGIAN Loís OCCITAN Alojzy POLISH Ludwik POLISH BRAZILIAN(Luiz PORTUGUESE Aloísio PORTUGUESE Luís PORTUGUESE Luisinho PORTUGUESE Alojz SLOVAK Alojz SLOVENE Alojzij SLOVENE Lojze SLOVENE Ludvik SLOVENE Lucho SPANISH Luis SPANISH Love SWEDISH Ludde SWEDISH Ludvig SWEDISH Marilou DUTCH Marloes DUTCH Marilou ENGLISH Marisa ENGLISH Marissa ENGLISH Marylou ENGLISH Marylu ENGLISH Marilou FRENCH Marisa ITALIAN Marisa PORTUGUESE Marisa SPANISH Marisela SPANISH Ouida VARIOUS

Common questions about the name Luisa

What does the name Luisa mean?

Luisa means "Famous warrior" — a name rooted in Spain tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Luisa?

Luisa is currently ranked #950 as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Luisa have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Luisa?

Luisa originates from Spain tradition. Spain names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Luisa?

Luisa is a three-syllable name pronounced L UW0 IY1 Z AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Luisa?

Luisa pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.