Lois

Q: What is the origin of Lois?

Lois is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Lois?

According to the latest SSA data, Lois is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Lois a boy name?

Lois is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Better; More Desirable"

Lois is a Greek name known from the New Testament and is often interpreted as conveying a sense of preference or goodness.

Themes:greekbiblicaldesirableclassic

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Lois

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Lois did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Lois Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Lois.

10 ideas

lois

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loiy

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loisie

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loisy

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loiso

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lie

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llie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Lois

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Lois mean?

Lois means "Better; More Desirable". Lois is a Greek name known from the New Testament and is often interpreted as conveying a sense of preference or goodnes

What is the origin of Lois?

Lois is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Lois?

According to the latest SSA data, Lois is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Lois a boy name?

Lois is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Lois?

Popular nicknames for Lois include lois, loiy, loisie, loisy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Lois?

There are many names similar to Lois in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek

Syllables1

Length4 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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