Louisiana
loo-EE-zee-AN-ah
Louisiana is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “Louisiana is a French and Spanish place name, meaning "Louis' land" or "land of Louis", referring to French and Spanish territories.”, and peaked in popularity in 1920.
What Louisiana Means
“Louisiana is a French and Spanish place name, meaning "Louis' land" or "land of Louis", referring to French and Spanish territories.”
The Story of Louisiana
This name carries the echo of explorers and the vastness of lands named in honor of kings and queens.
Louisiana is a place name, a grand designation of territories in North America. It was gifted by French explorers in honor of King Louis XIV, and later adopted by the Spanish, carrying their own 'Louis' influence.
Imagine your child as an adventurer, someone who embraces new territories with an open heart. This name suggests a spirit that is both outgoing and deeply rooted, someone who makes any place feel like home.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#11 in 1920
Total Births
316
First Recorded
1886
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