The nameLoup
Loup is a French boy's name of Latin origin, taken from the animal, the wolf. It has been coming back into fashion since the 2010s.
- Boy's name
- Latin
- Feast day
Meaning
Loup comes from the Latin lupus, "wolf".
Origin
Latin. Saint Lupus, bishop of Troyes in the 5th century, is said to have protected his city from Attila.
History
The name has been coming back into fashion in France since the 2010s and has reached its highest level in recent years.
Popularity of the name Loup
Loup in France
Loup was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,110 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Loup. Its rise began around 1987, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Loup in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 176 births a year.
Variants and related names
Loup in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Loup mean?
Loup comes from the Latin lupus, "wolf".
What is the origin of the name Loup?
Latin. Saint Lupus, bishop of Troyes in the 5th century, is said to have protected his city from Attila.
Is Loup a girl's or a boy's name?
Loup is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Loup?
Variants and related names of Loup include Jean-Lou.