A 1950s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Louann since 1921
Babies named Louann per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 110 |
| 1930s | 510 |
| 1940s | 686 |
| 1950s | 1,739 |
| 1960s | 1,276 |
| 1970s | 439 |
| 1980s | 172 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 84 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 38 |
Meaning & origin
Louann is a compound name that captures the mid-20th century fashion for blending two beloved names into one. Its first recorded use in the U.S. Social Security data is 1921, and it reached its highest popularity in 1953, reflecting the post-World War II baby boom when double-barreled names were especially common. After declining for decades, the name has been rising in usage since 2012, suggesting a possible revival among parents seeking a vintage feel. The statistical rarity of Louann, with 1 in 160,727 girls receiving it in 2025, adds to its distinctive charm while remaining recognizable through its components Louise and Ann.
Louann is a modern compound name formed by blending Louise (feminine form of Louis, from French origin meaning 'renowned warrior') and Ann (English form of Hannah, from Hebrew meaning 'grace'). It emerged in the early 20th century as part of a trend of double-barreled or hyphenated names combining two familiar favorites. Its peak usage occurred in the mid-20th century, particularly the 1950s.
Where Louann 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.
“Louann” around the world
Where Louann lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lou, Annie, Lulu
Variants: Lou Ann, Lou-Ann, Luann
Sibling names for Louann
Names that share Louann's style, for a brother or sister.
