The nameLuigi
Luigi is the Italian form of Louis, a boy's name of Germanic origin. It has been given in France since the early 20th century.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
- Feast day
Meaning
Like Louis, Luigi comes from the Germanic hlod, "fame", and wig, "battle".
Origin
Germanic, through Italian. It is one of the most common names in Italy.
History
In France, Luigi came with Italian immigration in the 20th century. Mario's brother in the Nintendo video games made it famous worldwide.
Famous people named Luigi
- Luigi Pirandello, Italian writer
Popularity of the name Luigi
Luigi in France
Luigi was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 1,060 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Luigi. Its rise began around 1922, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Luigi in France were born before 1990. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 14 births a year on average, against 24 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luigi mean?
Like Louis, Luigi comes from the Germanic hlod, "fame", and wig, "battle".
What is the origin of the name Luigi?
Germanic, through Italian. It is one of the most common names in Italy.
Is Luigi a girl's or a boy's name?
Luigi is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Luigi?
Luigi Pirandello, Italian writer.