Luiz
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Luiz is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning "famous warrior".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Portuguese
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
famous warrior
Etymology
Derived from the Germanic name Hludwig (hlud = famous, wig = war), adopted into Portuguese as Luiz.
Famous People Named Luiz
- Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva — president of Brazil from 2003 to 2011 and since 2023
- Luiz Gustavo — Brazilian association football player
- Luiz Bonfá — Brazilian musician (1922–2001)
- Luiz Gama — Brazilian lawyer, poet, abolitionist and journalist (1830-1882)
Frequently Asked Questions About Luiz
What does the name Luiz mean?
Luiz means "famous warrior", and is of Portuguese origin.
What is the origin of the name Luiz?
Luiz originates from Portuguese, commonly used in Europe.
Is Luiz a boy or girl name?
Luiz is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Luiz associated with?
Luiz is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Luiz?
Yes — notable people named Luiz include Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (president of Brazil from 2003 to 2011 and since 2023), Luiz Gustavo (Brazilian association football player), Luiz Bonfá (Brazilian musician, 1922–2001) and Luiz Gama (Brazilian lawyer, 1830-1882).
Last updated: June 2026