Lewis
How to say it: LOO-iss · /ˈluɪs/
Welsh/English form of Louis; from Germanic 'Hlodwig', meaning famous warrior or renowned in battle.
Lewis was the 429th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 736 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 1880s, its births are up about 48% in ten years, and it is projected to rise to #345 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · Insee 2025 data, published July 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #429 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 736 |
| Share of births | 1 in 4,504 |
| Peak decade | 1880s |
| Change over 10 years | +48% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #345 |
| In France, 2025 | #240 among boys’ names, 230 births |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA), Insee (France). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
Far from its high in the 1880s, Lewis remains in steady use. Below that peak today, a gentle lift looks due next.
What goes with it
Gentle through soft sounds and breathy air, it feels steady and familiar. Henry stands comfortably near it.
Nicknames
- Lew
- Lou
Honouring a Lewis in the family
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Lewis is about 1 in 188.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English, French, German, Scottish Gaelic, Welsh.
In France: #240 for boys in 2025.
England and Wales: #231. Ireland: #454.
Famous people named Lewis
- Lewis Hamilton (born 1985)British racing driver
- Lewis Capaldi (born 1996)Scottish singer-songwriter
- Lewis Holtby (born 1990)German footballer
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