Luis
Meaning of Luis
The name Luis is a classic and timeless choice for boys, with deep roots and cultural significance. Pronounced LOO-ees in both English and Spanish, Luis is the Spanish variant of the name Louis, which itself originates from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning "famous warrior." The name has been popular across various cultures and languages, reflecting its universal appeal. Variations of Luis include Louis and Luiz. In the United States, Luis has consistently ranked within the top 200 names for newborn boys over the past century. Its highest popularity came in 2000 when it reached rank 49 with 7,662 occurrences. The name's enduring charm can be attributed to its strong yet gentle sound and its association with notable historical figures such as King Louis XIV of France. Whether you're drawn to its rich heritage or its melodic pronunciation, Luis remains a beloved choice for parents worldwide.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as LOO-ees (/luːˈis/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as LOO-ees (/lwis/)
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Notable People Named Luis
| Luis Buñuel Portolés was a highly influential Spanish filmmaker known for his avant-garde surrealism and political commentary in his works. |
| Luis Enrique Martínez García, also known as Luis Enrique, is a Spanish football manager and former player currently managing Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain. |
| Luis Guillermo Fortuño Burset is a Puerto Rican politician who served as the governor of Puerto Rico from 2009 to 2013. |
| Luis Fonsi, a Puerto Rican singer-songwriter, gained fame with his soulful and dance-oriented music, particularly the hit song "Despacito" in 2017. |
| Luis Manuel Rubiales Béjar is a former Spanish football official and player, who served as the president of the Royal Spanish Football Federation and was involved in a scandal leading to his resignation and a three-year ban from football activities. |
| Luis Federico Leloir was an Argentine physician and biochemist who won the 1970 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his groundbreaking work on carbohydrate metabolism and energy synthesis in the body, making significant contributions to understanding and treating galactosemia. |
| Luis Alberto Urrea is a renowned Mexican-American poet, novelist, and essayist. |
| Luis Ramiro Barragán Morfín, a Mexican architect and engineer, has had a significant impact on contemporary architects with his visually and conceptually influential work, which is frequently visited by international students and professors of architecture. |
| Luis Miguel Valdez is a pioneering American playwright, screenwriter, film director, and actor known for his influential contributions to Chicano film and playwriting, including the iconic works Zoot Suit and La Bamba, as well as his establishment of El Teatro Campesino. |
| Luis Díaz Portorreal, also known as Luis Días, was a renowned Dominican musician, composer, and performer of popular music. |
| Óscar Luis Castañeda Lossio was a Peruvian politician who served as the Mayor of Lima and ran for President of Peru twice. |
| Luis Raúl Martínez Rodríguez, also known as Luis Raúl, was a well-known Puerto Rican actor, comedian, and television host, recognized for his stand-up comedy and hosting various TV shows. He passed away in 2014 due to kidney failure, leading to cardiac and respiratory arrest. |
| Luis Cáncer de Barbastro, also known as Luis de Cáncer, was a Dominican priest and missionary who played a significant role in the non-violent conversion of American Indians to Christianity in the Caribbean and Guatemala, and is considered a martyr after being killed in Florida in 1549. |
| Luis Enrique Mejía López, also known as "El Príncipe de la Salsa," is a Nicaraguan-American singer-songwriter and composer, celebrated for his Grammy-winning music and over 20 albums. |
| Luis Javier Suárez Charris is a Colombian professional footballer known for his role as a forward for La Liga club Almería and the Colombia national team. |
