Louie: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced LOO-ee · 2 syllables
From Louis /Louise /Louisa + -ie.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- LOO-ee
- US rank (2025)
- #596
- US babies a year
- about 461 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1880
- Style
- Vintage, Comeback, Rising
How popular is Louie?
Louie was the #596 name in the US in 2025, given to 516 babies. It’s rising: up 180% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1880.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #596 |
| England & Wales | #46 |
| Scotland | #69 |
| Northern Ireland | #131 |
| Ireland | #105 |
| Norway | #176 |
| Canada | #434 |
| Australia | #71 |
How old are people named Louie?
Half of US adults named Louie are older than 62; most are between 24 and 87. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Louie
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Questions about Louie
How do you pronounce Louie?
Louie is pronounced LOO-ee.
How popular is the name Louie?
Louie was the #596 name in the US in 2025, given to 516 babies. It’s rising: up 180% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1880.
How old are people named Louie?
Half of US adults named Louie are older than 62. Most are between 24 and 87.