Lois Mcgregor

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lois Mcgregor — English
341K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lois Mcgregor is a name that combines English origins. The first name Lois is a feminine given name of English origin. Lois is a common English name from the New Testament. Paul the Apostle mentions Lois, the pious grandmother of Saint Timothy in the Second Epistle to Timothy (commending her for her faith in 2 Timothy 1:5). The name was first used by English Christians after the Protestant Reformation, and it was popular, particularly in North America, during the first half of the 20th century. The surname Mcgregor: McGregor (surname) Clan MacGregor, a Scottish highland clan McGregor W. Scott (born 1962), U.S. attorney McGregor Lake, Alberta; a lake McGregor Plateau, Nechaka Plateau, Interior Plateau, British Columbia; a mountainous plateau McGregor Range, Central Interior, British Columbia; a mountain range McGregor Pass, Continental Divide, British Columbia; a mountain pass McGregor River, British Columbia; a river McGregor Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota Mount McGregor (mountain), New York McGregor, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania McGregor Independent School District McGregor Mountain (Washington) Mc. Lois is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 341K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lois reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lois

English

Lois is a common English name from the New Testament. Paul the Apostle mentions Lois, the pious grandmother of Saint Timothy in the Second Epistle to Timothy (commending her for her faith in 2 Timothy 1:5). The name was first used by English Christians after the Protestant Reformation, and it was popular, particularly in North America, during the first half of the 20th century.

Surname: Mcgregor

Scottish

McGregor (surname) Clan MacGregor, a Scottish highland clan McGregor W. Scott (born 1962), U.S. attorney McGregor Lake, Alberta; a lake McGregor Plateau, Nechaka Plateau, Interior Plateau, British Columbia; a mountainous plateau McGregor Range, Central Interior, British Columbia; a mountain range McGregor Pass, Continental Divide, British Columbia; a mountain pass McGregor River, British Columbia; a river McGregor Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota Mount McGregor (mountain), New York McGregor, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania McGregor Independent School District McGregor Mountain (Washington) Mc.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lois is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lois by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lois Mcgregor:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lois?
The first name Lois originates from English. Lois is a common English name from the New Testament. Paul the Apostle mentions Lois, the pious grandmother of Saint Timothy in the Second Epistle to Timothy (commending her for her faith in 2 Timothy 1:5). The name was first used by English Christians after the Protestant Reformation, and it was popular, particularly in North America, during the first half of the 20th century.
When was Lois most popular?
The name Lois reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mcgregor?
The surname Mcgregor originates from Scottish. McGregor (surname) Clan MacGregor, a Scottish highland clan McGregor W. Scott (born 1962), U.S. attorney McGregor Lake, Alberta; a lake McGregor Plateau, Nechaka Plateau, Interior Plateau, British Columbia; a mountainous plateau McGregor Range, Central Interior, British Columbia; a mountain range McGregor Pass, Continental Divide, British Columbia; a mountain pass McGregor River, British Columbia; a river McGregor Township, Aitkin County, Minnesota Mount McGregor (mountain), New York McGregor, Armstrong County, Pennsylvania McGregor Independent School District McGregor Mountain (Washington) Mc.
What are the origins of the name Lois Mcgregor?
The name Lois Mcgregor combines two different traditions: the first name Lois has English roots, while the surname Mcgregor originates from Scottish.
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