Declining since 2004, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Juanluis since 1980
Babies named Juanluis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 154 |
| 2010s | 98 |
| 2020s | 32 |
Meaning & origin
Juanluis first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1980, reflecting the tradition of combining two classic Spanish names into one. Its peak popularity came in 2003, after which it has been on a steady decline: since 2004, annual counts have decreased, and today the name is rare, given to roughly 1 in every 284,679 boys. The trajectory underscores how compound names often see sporadic use, as parents opt for either the full double name or the individual components. While no state has recorded high enough usage to appear in the top-states list, Juanluis remains a distinctive choice tied to Spanish-speaking heritage, blending the graciousness of Juan with the warrior spirit of Luis.
Juanluis is a traditional Spanish compound name formed from Juan and Luis. Juan derives from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning 'God is gracious', while Luis is the Spanish form of the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning 'famous warrior'. Such double names are common in Spanish-speaking cultures, often honoring multiple saints or family members.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Juan, Luis, Juanlu
Variants: Juan Luis
Sibling names for Juanluis
Names that share Juanluis's style, for a brother or sister.
