Luiz

♂ Boy

Pronounced loo-EEZ /luˈiz/Medium

Meaning: Portuguese form of Louis/Luis — from Germanic hlod, 'fame', plus wig, 'war' — 'famous warrior; renowned in battle'Medium

In 30 seconds: A famous warrior: Luiz is the Portuguese Louis/Luis — 'renowned in battle'. Strong, classic, and warm.

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Origin MediumGerman, Portuguese

MeaningPortuguese form of Louis/Luis — from Germanic hlod, 'fame', plus wig, 'war' — 'famous warrior; renowned in battle'

U.S. rank (2025)#3911 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births28 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2000

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,349

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Luiz is the Portuguese form of Louis/Luis — from Germanic hlod, 'fame', plus wig, 'war' — 'famous warrior; renowned in battle'. A strong, classic name across Brazil and Portugal (President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva).

In the U.S. it appears in Brazilian/Portuguese families. Rare, famous-warrior at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Louis means 'famous warrior' (Germanic hlod + wig) — Luiz is the Portuguese form of Luis (Brazilian president Lula's name, Luiz Inacio); strong and classic.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Luis — root etymology

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Luiz mean?

Luiz is the Portuguese Louis/Luis — Germanic 'famous warrior; renowned in battle'.

How do you pronounce Luiz?

It's said loo-EEZ /luˈiz/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Luiz a boy or girl name?

Luiz is a boy's name.

How popular is Luiz?

Luiz is a rare name in the U.S.