Famous in battle
Pronunciation: LOO-ee
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Louis is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Famous in battle". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: LOO-ee. Lucky number: 8. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
Source Language
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Λουΐς
ονομασία Λουΐς έχει σπουδαία σημασία
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
LOO-ee
IPA
/luː.ɪs/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
8
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Rose Quartz
Life Path Number
3
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Louis IV the Fair, called 'Louis the Pious' (814-840 AD), was a Frankish king and the eldest son of Charlemagne. He inherited the Carolingian Empire in 814 AD upon his father's death. His reign was marked by his attempts to establish a fair and just rule, earning him the name 'Louis the Pious'. He was also known for his efforts to reform the Church and ensure the peace and stability of the realm.
Early Middle Ages, 814-840 AD
Louis XVI (1754-1793), the last Bourbon monarch of France, ruled from 1774 to 1789. He was married to Marie Antoinette and faced significant financial difficulties, which led to the Estates-General being convened in 1789. This event marked the beginning of the French Revolution, resulting in the downfall of the monarchy and the eventual execution of Louis XVI.
Late 18th century, 1774-1793
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Louis
name Louis has significant meaning
לוי
בעל השם לוי הוא חטאי משה
Λουΐς
ονομασία Λουΐς έχει σπουδαία σημασία
Louis
nomen Louis habet significantiam
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