Name:
Louise
Gender:
Girl
Origin:
Germanic
Meaning:
Louise originates in Germanic languages and means "well-known fighter". It is a feminine form of Louis. It has always been a popular name among royalty and it used to be a very popular feminine given name in the United States as well. Lately, its usage has declined. It remains popular in French-speaking countries.
Pronunciation:
loo-EEZ
The Five Elements:
Wood
Also Spelled Like...:
Lou
Louisa
Lovisa
Luigia
Luisa
Luise
Lulu
Famous Louise:
Louise Abbott : writer
Louise Allin : writer
Louise Beavers : actress
Louise Bouchard : writer
Louise Brooks : writer
Louise Cooper : writer
Louise Elliot : writer
Louise Gibbs : jazz artist
Louise Glaum : actress
Louise Halfe : published author
Louise Jameson : actress