Luís
Gender: Male
Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Famous Warrior
What is the meaning of the name Luís?
The name Luis is primarily a male name of Spanish origin that means Famous Warrior.
The name Luís is a variant of the name Louis, which has Germanic origins. It ultimately derives from the Germanic name Chlodovech, composed of the elements *hlud* meaning “famous” and *wig* meaning “warrior” or “battle.” Therefore, the name Luís (and Louis) carries the meaning of “famous warrior” or “renowned warrior.”
Luís is a common name in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries, often used as the equivalent of the English name Louis.
Different Spellings of the name Luís:
The name Luís can be spelled in various ways depending on regional or language variations. Here are some different spellings of the name Luís:
1. Luís (Portuguese, Spanish)
2. Luis (Spanish, English)
3. Louis (French, English)
4. Luigi (Italian)
5. Ludwig (German)
6. Lewis (English)
7. Ludovic (French)
8. Ludovico (Italian)
9. Lodewijk (Dutch)
10. Lajos (Hungarian)
These variations reflect how the name Luís has been adapted and translated into different languages and cultures throughout history.