Lou

Male

Meaning

Famed Warrior

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/luː/

Traits associated with the name Lou:

Dogs named Lou tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Lou?

Naming your dog Lou suggests that you have a fondness for classic names and may have a preference for traditional values. It could also suggest that you have a strong sense of loyalty and are looking for a companion that will be a faithful friend.

Is Lou a good dog name?

Lou is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Lou isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,931
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2,998
New York City Dog Name Database
680
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Lou is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Lou was, in the past month, the 782nd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Lou is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Lou was viewed 86 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Lou's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Lou is most adored in Kentucky, Arkansas and Indiana.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Massachusetts, Virginia and Kansas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lou.

Most popular breeds named Lou:

  1. Labrador Retriever
  2. German Shepherd
  3. Beagle
  4. Dachshund
  5. Chow Chow

Famous dogs named Lou:

  • film icon A beagle named Lou played a role in the movie Cats & Dogs.

Lou is found in these categories:

british dog names
british

Common slang for toilet in the UK.

Dog names like Lou:

Famous Warrior
Leader, strong, determined, brave.
From The Lane
a titled peer of the realm
Lei
Thunder
Farmer, worker of the Earth
Lou dog name meaning

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