Luísa: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Luísa · 2 syllables
Everything about the name Luísa: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Famous warrior»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Germanic
Popularity
84 out of 100
Where Luísa is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro Civil#28
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About the Name Luísa
Luísa draws on Germanic tradition and is generally taken to mean "Famous warrior." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Luísa and carries 2 syllables. Luísa is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Luísa is a well-loved favorite, scoring 84 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as strong.
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FAQ
What does the name Luísa mean?+
The name Luísa means "Famous warrior".
What is the origin of the name Luísa?+
Luísa is a name of Germanic origin.
Is Luísa a girl or boy name?+
Luísa is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Luísa?+
Luísa is pronounced Luísa (2 syllables).
Is Luísa a popular name?+
Luísa is a well-loved favorite, scoring 84 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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