Lois - Name Meaning and Origin

The girl's name Lois \lois\ is pronounced LOH-iss. It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "superior". Also possibly a variant of Louise (Old German) "renowned fighter". Biblical: a first-century Christian, the grandmother of Timothy. Superman's girlfriend Lois Lane.

For more information, see also the related name Heloise.

Baby names that sound like Lois are Loise, Lisa, Lia, Leia, Lise, Liz, Lou, Luise, Luisa, Loyise, Lowise and Louisa. Other similar baby names are Loir and Loris.

Lois is a very popular female first name and an uncommon surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the girl's name Lois. Click here to compare Lois with related baby names.