Luis
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Luis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A male given name, the Spanish form of Louis.
Synonyms
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Etymology
From Spanish Luis (and Portuguese Luís), both cognates of Louis and Luigi.
Full origin of Luis →Frequently asked questions
What does “Luis” mean?
The word “Luis” means a male given name, the Spanish form of Louis. In plain terms, a common Spanish and Portuguese first name.
How do you pronounce “Luis”?
“Luis” is pronounced loo-EES (/luˈiːs/ in IPA).
How do you use “Luis” in a sentence?
Here is “Luis” used in a sentence: “Luis grew up in Madrid before moving to Buenos Aires for university.”
What part of speech is “Luis”?
“Luis” is a name.
Where does the word “Luis” come from?
The word “Luis” comes from Spanish. From Spanish Luis (and Portuguese Luís), both cognates of Louis and Luigi.
Is “Luis” a common word?
“Luis” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between the names Luis and Louis?
Luis is the Spanish form of the name Louis, which is French. They share the same origin and meaning but differ in spelling and in how they are pronounced.
What is the feminine form of the name Luis?
The feminine form of Luis is Luisa, just as Louise corresponds to the French Louis.
Is the name Luis related to Lewis?
Yes, indirectly. Lewis is the common English form of Louis, and Luis is the Spanish form of the same name, so all three share a single root name.