Louie is a name of French origin that has been used in various forms for centuries. It is derived from the Germanic name Ludwig, which means "renowned warrior". The name has also been associated with the French form Louis, which has a similar meaning.
The name Louie first gained popularity during the Middle Ages when it was often used as a nickname for people named Louis or Ludwig. Over time, Louie became established as an independent given name in its own right.
In English-speaking countries, Louie was particularly popular during the 20th century. It reached the height of its popularity in the United States in the early 1950s when it was among the top 200 names for boys. Today, Louie remains a familiar and friendly name that continues to be used around the world.
Some notable people named Louie include American musician Louis Armstrong, also known as Satchmo or Pops, and Australian actor Lou Diamond Phillips. Both of these men have made significant contributions to their respective fields and are widely admired for their talent and accomplishments.
Based on the statistics provided, we can observe the fluctuations in the number of babies named Louie over time in the United States.
From 1880 to 1967, there were significant variations in the number of births for this name. The peak years during this period were 1914 and 1915 with 51 and 60 births respectively, while the lowest occurred in 1924 with only 34 births.
After 1967, there was a notable decline in the popularity of the name Louie. Between 1968 and 2010, the number of births stayed consistently low, ranging from 5 to 10 births per year.
However, since 2011, we have seen a slight resurgence in the usage of this name. In fact, there were 22 births named Louie in 2021 and another 21 in 2022, indicating that this name may be experiencing renewed interest among parents.
In total, over the entire period from 1880 to 2023, there have been 2294 babies named Louie born in the United States.