Louise
Meaning of Louise
Louise is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls. It has a strong, feminine charm that exudes elegance and grace. The name Louise is pronounced as loo-EEZ in both American English and British English. Some variations of the name include Louisa and Luisa, which add a slight twist to the classic name.
In terms of popularity, Louise has been a consistently favored choice among parents in the United States. In recent years, it has ranked around 600th to 700th most popular name for newborn girls. However, it's important to note that popularity can fluctuate over time. In the mid-20th century, Louise was more commonly chosen and held higher rankings within the top 200 names.
Overall, Louise is a timeless and sophisticated name that carries an air of refinement. Whether you prefer its classic form or one of its variations, this name is sure to make a statement while maintaining its enduring appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as loo-EEZ (/luːˈiːz/)
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Notable People Named Louise
| Mary Louise Brooks, an American film actress and dancer in the 1920s and 1930s, is celebrated as an icon of the flapper culture and for popularizing the bob hairstyle. |
| Louise Elisabeth Glück was an acclaimed American poet and essayist, awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Literature and honored with numerous other prestigious awards throughout her career. |
| Louise Michel was a prominent teacher and key figure in the Paris Commune, later becoming a leading French anarchist known for her use of the black flag at a demonstration in 1883. |
| Louise Nevelson was a renowned American sculptor recognized for her large-scale wooden wall pieces and outdoor sculptures, known for her monochromatic style. |
| Françoise Louise de La Vallière, the first mistress of Louis XIV of France, later became a nun after leaving the royal court. |
| Karen Louise Erdrich is an American author known for her novels, poetry, and children's books that prominently feature Native American characters and settings, and she is an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians. |
| Alix Louise Sauvage, OAM is a prominent Australian paralympic wheelchair racer and esteemed coach. |
| Louise of Sweden was the Queen of Denmark from 1906 to 1912 as the wife of King Frederick VIII. |
| Louise Casey, Baroness Casey of Blackstock, is a prominent British government official known for her work in social welfare. |
| Louise of Great Britain, the youngest daughter of King George II, was Queen of Denmark and Norway as the first wife of King Frederick V. |
| Louise de Bettignies - Louise Marie Jeanne Henriette de Bettignies, also known as Alice Dubois, was a French secret agent who spied on the Germans for the British during World War I. |
| Louise Margaret Haigh is a prominent British politician and member of the Labour Party, currently serving as the Shadow Secretary of State for Transport. |
| Louise Gavan Duffy was an influential Irish educator, Gaelic revivalist, suffragist, and Irish nationalist who played a key role in establishing the first Gaelscoil in Ireland and was present during the 1916 Easter Rising at the General Post Office. |
| Thelma Louise Mandrell is a renowned American country music singer who achieved success in the 1970s and 1980s, and is known for being the younger sister of fellow country singer Barbara Mandrell. |
| Louise Farrenc was a prominent French composer, virtuoso pianist, and influential teacher during the Romantic period, known for her diverse compositions including symphonies, choral works, chamber pieces, and piano music. |
