Louis remains a top male name in France

The name Louis continues to be among the top five most popular male names in France in 2025, according to the French national statistics office, Insee.

Historical popularity of Louis

More than 11,000 babies were named Louis in 1920, and the name still appears in the top five of male names in 2025, despite the significant increase in the diversity of names available to parents.

Diversity of names in 2025

In 2025, 65,940 different names were given to 643,900 babies, according to Insee. This reflects a growing trend of parents choosing unique or less traditional names for their children.

Louis's current ranking

Louis is given to slightly more than 3,260 boys in 2025, placing it just behind Gabriel, Noah, Léó, and Raphaël in the male name rankings. This shows that while the name has dropped slightly in popularity, it still holds a prominent position.

Enduring appeal of Louis

The name Louis, which was given to 11,590 newborns in 1920, has maintained its popularity over the decades, showing that it remains a strong and familiar choice for parents.