A 1930s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Elouise since 1889
Babies named Elouise per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2025, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Elouise's real moment was 1933.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 33 |
| 1900s | 232 |
| 1910s | 1,081 |
| 1920s | 2,389 |
| 1930s | 2,048 |
| 1940s | 1,678 |
| 1950s | 942 |
| 1960s | 295 |
| 1970s | 93 |
| 1980s | 52 |
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 949 |
| 2020s | 1,503 |
Meaning & origin
Elouise, first recorded in the United States in 1889, saw its peak year of popularity in 1933, when it ranked highest among American girls. The name has experienced a revival since the early 2000s; its trajectory from 2000 onward is rising, reflecting renewed interest in vintage names. This classic spelling of Eloise has been most common in states like West Virginia, Arkansas, and Kansas. While never extremely popular, Elouise maintains a steady presence, with a 2025 ranking of 788 and a frequency of 1 in 4,672 births. Its soft, melodic sound and old-fashioned charm appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional name.
Elouise is a variant of Eloise, itself derived from the Old French name Héloïse, which likely originates from the Germanic name Helewidis, composed of elements *haila* 'hale, healthy' and *wid* 'wide'. Alternatively, it may be linked to the Germanic name Chlodowech via Ludovica, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'famous in battle'. The name entered English usage through medieval French, and Elouise emerged as an Anglicized spelling. It enjoyed its highest popularity in the 1930s, particularly in the United States.
Where Elouise is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Elouise” around the world
Where Elouise lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Elo, Lou, Louie, Weezie
Sibling names for Elouise
Names that share Elouise's style, for a brother or sister.
