Lewie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lewie is of Old Germanic origin, meaning 'famous warrior'. It evolved from Hluodwig to Ludwig, then Louis, and finally Lewie. The name is associated with traits of strength and popularity. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lewie"
Pronunciation
/ˈluːi/
Origin
Old Germanic
Etymology
The name Lewie is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Hluodwig', composed of the elements 'hlud' meaning 'famous' and 'wig' meaning 'warrior'.
Meaning
Famous warrior
Language Evolution
Hluodwig, Ludwig, Louis, Lewie
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world through its association with various kings of France and Germany, particularly during the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Louis, Lewis, Louie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lewie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and charm.
Famous People
Lewie Steinberg - American musician, Lewie Mendez - American football player
📊 Lewie Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Lewie Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1937
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lewie"
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 "Lewie"
"Lewie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1709th of 7545 | 316 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1831st of 6773 | 285 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2498th of 7552 | 203 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6703rd of 10718 | 31 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16607th of 23106 | 20 |
Regional Popularity of "Lewie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
73.42% 1737th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
64.26% 1512th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Lewie" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lewie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lewie" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lewie" in the United States
The name Lewie is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lewie has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Lewie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1709th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1831st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2498th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6703rd out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16607th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lewie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.