Louisa
Girl name · 1,101 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Louisa: 1,101 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 55 births in 1978.
Louisa is the feminine form of Louis, rooted in the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning "famous warrior." It carries a classic, literary charm thanks to Louisa May Alcott, the beloved 19th-century author of *Little Women*, who made the name synonymous with strong, independent womanhood. Another notable bearer was Louisa Adams, wife of President John Quincy Adams, serving as First Lady of the United States. The name also echoes in place names such as Louisa County in Virginia and the city of Louisville, Kentucky, though both ultimately derive from King Louis rather than the feminine form. While Louise remains its more common French counterpart, Louisa offers a slightly softer, distinctive alternative that has graced everything from folk songs to period dramas, consistently evoking quiet strength and warmth.
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 197855 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #3599 babies
- Total births
- 1,101since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 46%vs prior 5y