Louis

Origine et signification de Louis

Louis is the French form of the Germanic Hludwig (Chlodovech), from hlud, 'famous, glorious,' and wig, 'warrior' — 'renowned warrior.' Borne by eighteen kings of France, including Louis XIV, the Sun King, it is one of Europe's most regal names. Popular in France, the German-speaking countries and the English-speaking world, it combines historic prestige with a refined, elegant sound that never dates.

Variantes dans le monde

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Personnalités célèbres

• Louis Pasteur— scientifique
• Louis Armstrong— musicien
• Louis XIV— roi