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Loui

Boy name · 45 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Loui: 45 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2023.

Originating as a French and Scottish diminutive of Louis, Loui shares the same Germanic root, *hlūdawīgą*, meaning "famous warrior." This spelling is far rarer than the more common Louis or Lewis, and in Scotland, it has seen occasional use since the 1970s, though it remains notably less popular than its counterparts. A famous modern bearer is Scottish footballer Loui Batchelor, who played for Dundee United. While no major places are named after this specific spelling, the root name Louis inspired numerous locations globally, including Louisville in Kentucky and the Scottish city of St. Louis, though that city's name actually comes from a different Louis. The spelling Loui offers a streamlined, contemporary twist on a classic, while still carrying the same rich, noble heritage of a name borne by many European kings and saints.