Louann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Louann originates from the combination of the names Louis and Ann, with meanings linked to fame and grace. It evolved from Old High German and Hebrew roots through French influences. The name is associated with positive traits of warmth and friendliness, and it does not have significant biblical relevance. Louann gained popularity in the mid-20th century and continues to be appreciated for its classic charm.
The name Louann is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Louann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Louann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4494th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 988th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 817th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1736th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5760th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12120th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13614th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Louann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Louann"
Pronunciation
/luːˈæn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Louann is a combination of the name 'Lou' which is derived from 'Louis' or 'Louise', and 'Ann', which is a variant of 'Hannah'. 'Louis' comes from the Old High German 'Hluodowig' meaning 'famous warrior', while 'Hannah' means 'grace' in Hebrew.
Meaning
famous warrior grace
Language Evolution
Louis (Old High German), Louise (French), Ann (Hebrew), Louann (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Louann gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, as a feminine name derived from the more traditional names Louise and Ann.
Variants & Derivatives
Lou, Ann, Louise, Luanne
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Louann is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Louann Brizendine, an American psychiatrist and author, Louann de Lesseps, an American television personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Louann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Louann"
"Louann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4494th of 9107 | 70 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 988th of 9204 | 993 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 817th of 12526 | 2,849 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1736th of 19264 | 865 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5760th of 27321 | 226 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12120th of 35406 | 116 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13614th of 30306 | 68 |
Regional Popularity of "Louann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Louann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
40.10% 620th/1546 |
73.52% 1144th/1556 |
79.05% 1860th/2353 |
68.97% 1067th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
26.49% 590th/2227 |
25.14% 611th/2430 |
47.07% 1343rd/2853 |
39.89% 1107th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.66% 1664th/2937 |
35.95% 1252nd/3483 |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
59.25% 2396th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Louann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Louann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.