Laoibhse
Germanic · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Laoibhse
Laoibhse is the Irish form of the name Lewis, derived from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning "famous warrior" or "renowned in battle" (from elements *leud- "people" and *wig- "battle/war").
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Etymology
Laoibhse is the Irish form of the name Lewis, derived from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning "famous warrior" or "renowned in battle" (from elements *leud- "people" and *wig- "battle/war"). The name is used primarily in Irish and Scottish Gaelic cultures, with historical connections to Gaelic nobility and clan traditions, particularly in the Hebrides and Highland regions.
Laoibhse currently ranks #907 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2012.
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