Lewis

Meaning of Lewis

Famous warrior or fighter.

Lewis has Germanic roots — browse every Germanic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lewis

Lewis is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #433 in 2025 from #573 in 2000.

Notable people named Lewis

• Lewis Hamilton
  Formula One racing driver
• Jerry Lewis
  Comedian, actor, filmmaker
• C.S. Lewis
  Author of 'The Chronicles of Narnia'
• Lewis Capaldi
  Scottish singer-songwriter
• Sinclair Lewis
  Novelist, Nobel Prize winner

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Questions about the name Lewis

What does the name Lewis mean?

Lewis means famous warrior or fighter, and it comes from Germanic origins.

Is Lewis a boy's or a girl's name?

Lewis is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lewis?

In 2025, Lewis ranked #433 for boys, up from #434 the year before.

When was Lewis most popular?

Lewis peaked at #433 in 2025.