Lois Winkler

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lois Winkler — English
341K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lois Winkler 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 Winkler: Austin John Winkler (born 1981), American singer-songwriter, former lead singer for Hinder John E. Winkler (1941–2007), American author and photographer Ralf Winkler (1939-2017), also known as A. R. Penck, German painter Vladimir Winkler (1884–1956), Czech and Russian sculptor Angela Winkler (born 1944), German actress Henry Winkler (born 1945), American actor Jenny Winkler (born 1979), German actress Margo Winkler (born 1930s), American actress Mel Winkler (1941–2020), American actor Ben Winkler (1902–1979), American sound engineer Charles Winkler, American film director Irwin Winkler (born 1. 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: Winkler

Slavic

Austin John Winkler (born 1981), American singer-songwriter, former lead singer for Hinder John E. Winkler (1941–2007), American author and photographer Ralf Winkler (1939-2017), also known as A. R. Penck, German painter Vladimir Winkler (1884–1956), Czech and Russian sculptor Angela Winkler (born 1944), German actress Henry Winkler (born 1945), American actor Jenny Winkler (born 1979), German actress Margo Winkler (born 1930s), American actress Mel Winkler (1941–2020), American actor Ben Winkler (1902–1979), American sound engineer Charles Winkler, American film director Irwin Winkler (born 1.

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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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Notable People Named Lois Winkler

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Winkler?
The surname Winkler originates from Slavic. Austin John Winkler (born 1981), American singer-songwriter, former lead singer for Hinder John E. Winkler (1941–2007), American author and photographer Ralf Winkler (1939-2017), also known as A. R. Penck, German painter Vladimir Winkler (1884–1956), Czech and Russian sculptor Angela Winkler (born 1944), German actress Henry Winkler (born 1945), American actor Jenny Winkler (born 1979), German actress Margo Winkler (born 1930s), American actress Mel Winkler (1941–2020), American actor Ben Winkler (1902–1979), American sound engineer Charles Winkler, American film director Irwin Winkler (born 1.
What are the origins of the name Lois Winkler?
The name Lois Winkler combines two different traditions: the first name Lois has English roots, while the surname Winkler originates from Slavic.
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