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לואי


Meaning of the name לואי

Louis is a name of ancient Frankish-Germanic origin that has become one of the most renowned royal names in European history. The name derives from the Old Germanic name 'Chlodovech' (Hlodowig), composed of two elements: 'hlud' meaning 'famous' or 'renowned', and 'wig' meaning 'warrior' or 'battle'. Thus, the original meaning of the name is 'famous warrior' or 'celebrated fighter'. The name underwent a long linguistic evolution, from the Germanic Hlodowig through the Latin Ludovicus to the French Louis that is familiar today. The name Louis carries with it an impressive history of royalty and rule. Eighteen French kings bore the name Louis, beginning with Louis I, son of Charlemagne, in the ninth century, through to Louis XVIII, who reigned in the early 19th century. The most famous of them is undoubtedly Louis XIV, known as the 'Sun King', who ruled France for 72 years and created the magnificent Palace of Versailles. His reign is considered the pinnacle of French culture and art, and the name Louis became synonymous with splendor, glory, and luxury. Due to this legacy, the name carries connotations of nobility, high culture, and elegance. In Hebrew and Israeli culture, the name Louis was adopted during the 20th century as part of the openness to Western culture and the desire to integrate into the international sphere. Many Jewish families, especially those who lived in France or under its cultural influence, chose this name for their children. The name expresses an interesting tension between maintaining Jewish identity and adopting sophisticated European culture. Today, Louis is considered an international name that conveys cosmopolitanism, culture, and openness to the world. It is particularly popular among families seeking a name that is easy to pronounce in different languages and carries a rich cultural heritage. The name is especially suitable for bilingual families or those who wish to give their children a name that will open doors for them in the international arena.

The name לואי with vowels

לוּאִי

The name לואי in English

Louis | Louie | Lewis

לואי is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name לואי considered international

Yes

Origin of the name לואי from Kabbalah

From a Kabbalistic perspective, the name Louis represents the meeting point between the Jewish spiritual world and European culture. The name carries energy of openness, bridges between cultures, and the ability to integrate into different spaces while maintaining inner identity. The letters Lamed-Vav-Aleph-Yod suggest movement from the heart (Lamed) through connection (Vav) to light (Aleph) and personal expression (Yod).

Gematria value for the name לואי

47

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30

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6

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1

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10

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Numerology value for the name לואי

2

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30

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6

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1

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10

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47

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4

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7

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11

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1

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1

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2

Famous people named לואי

Louis Armstrong - legendary American jazz singer and trumpeter | Louis Vuitton - French fashion designer and founder of the famous fashion house | Louis C.K. - American comedian, actor and director | Louis Pasteur - French scientist, discoverer of vaccines and pasteurization | Louis de Funès - legendary French comic actor | Louis Tomlinson - British singer, member of One Direction | Louis Braille - French inventor of Braille writing for the blind

Names similar to לואי

Total times the name לואי was registered

2858 times

Graph of the name לואי

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022