Louis-Paul
Germanic and Latin · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Louis-Paul
Louis-Paul combines two names: Louis derives from the Germanic "Hlodwig" (Chlodovech), meaning "famous warrior" (hlod = fame, wig = warrior), while Paul comes from the Latin "Paulus," meaning "small" or "humble." The hyphenated form is primarily used in French-speaking Catholic cultures, particularly in France, Belgium, and Quebec, reflecting a tradition of honoring both secular royalty (Louis) and Christian apostolic heritage (Saint Paul).
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Etymology
Louis-Paul combines two names: Louis derives from the Germanic "Hlodwig" (Chlodovech), meaning "famous warrior" (hlod = fame, wig = warrior), while Paul comes from the Latin "Paulus," meaning "small" or "humble." The hyphenated form is primarily used in French-speaking Catholic cultures, particularly in France, Belgium, and Quebec, reflecting a tradition of honoring both secular royalty (Louis) and Christian apostolic heritage (Saint Paul).
Louis-Paul currently ranks #5,213 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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