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Louise

Meaning: Famous warrior

About Louise

Louise is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Famous warrior,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Louisa. Indicative pronunciation: loo-EEZ. Popular note: French classic. When considering Louise, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Germanic

Variants

Louisa

Pronunciation

loo-EEZ

Popularity note

French classic

FAQ — Louise

What does the name Louise mean?

Short meaning: Famous warrior. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Louise?

Most associated origin: Germanic.

Are there variants of Louise?

Related forms: Louisa.