Lovisa
About Lovisa
Lovisa is a Scandinavian feminine name, particularly popular in Sweden, derived from Louise, which ultimately comes from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'renowned fighter.' Despite its martial origins, Lovisa has a gentle, melodic quality that feels both elegant and approachable. The name has deep historical roots in Nordic countries dating back centuries, where it has been borne by several notable figures including Swedish royalty. While not widely used outside Scandinavia, Lovisa offers an appealing option for parents seeking a name with European flair and subtle connection to the more common Louise or Louisa.
Pronounced lo-VEE-suh.
As of October 2026, Lovisa ranked #11515 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #895 in 1880.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
World rankings
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Lovisa on lists
Famous Lovisas
- Lovisa Josefina Eugenia of Sweden
Queen consort of Frederick VIII of Denmark
- Lovisa Ulrika of Prussia
Queen consort of Adolf Frederick of Sweden
- Lovisa von Burghausen
Swedish memoirist
- Astrid Sofia Lovisa Thyra of Sweden
Queen consort of Leopold III of Belgium
- (Maria) Lovisa Åhrberg
first woman physician in Sweden
- Lovisa Sofia Augusti
(born Ester Salomon), Swedish opera singer
- Lovisa Mulunga
Namibian footballer
- Lovísa Elísabet Sigrúnardóttir
Icelandic singer of Lay Low
- Greta Lovisa Gustafsson
birth name of the Swedish actress Greta Garbo
- Anna Lovisa "Ana" Johnsson
Swedish singer,songwriter
Lovisa in pop culture
- Dame Lovisa de Stapledon
ambitious illegitimate relative of Dame Matilda in The Corner That Held Them (1948) by Sylvia Townsend Warner
- LOVISA
Song by Swedish pop,singer Felix Sandman