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Lovisa

The Swedish feminine form of Louis, meaning “famous warrior.”

US rank (2025)#10,917

Meaning and history

Lovisa is the Swedish feminine form of Louis. Louis derives from the Germanic name Chlodowig, combining elements meaning “famous” and “battle,” traditionally interpreted as “famous warrior.” The name family has extensive royal history, especially through French kings named Louis. Lovisa has also been borne by Swedish royalty. Notable bearers include Swedish writer Lovisa von Burghausen and Swedish singer Lovisa Negga.

Popularity over timeUS births · girls
20062006: no US SSA record for this spelling
2007: no US SSA record for this spelling
2008: no US SSA record for this spelling
2009: no US SSA record for this spelling
2010: no US SSA record for this spelling
20112011: no US SSA record for this spelling
2012: no US SSA record for this spelling
2013: no US SSA record for this spelling
2014: no US SSA record for this spelling
2015: 5 births, rank #16,419
20162016: 5 births, rank #16,215
2017: no US SSA record for this spelling
2018: no US SSA record for this spelling
2019: 5 births, rank #15,539
2020: no US SSA record for this spelling
20212021: 5 births, rank #15,251
2022: 7 births, rank #12,243
2023: 7 births, rank #12,197
2024: 5 births, rank #15,293
20252025: 8 births, rank #10,917

In 2025, 8 babies were recorded with the name Lovisa, ranking #10,917 among girls.