LEWIS  

Gender: M
Origin: English variation of LOUIS
Meaning: "renowned warrior"

Popularity in 2008: #640

This more formal and phonetic spelling of the French Louis is the top name in Scotland, and one that parents in the U.S. are just beginning to rethink.

Variations:
Lewes, Lou, Lew, Louis, Lewie, Lewy

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