Luis Wilbur

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Luis Wilbur — Germanic
284K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Luis Wilbur is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Luis is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Luis is a given name. It is the Spanish form of the originally Germanic name Hludowig or Chlodovech, which were introduced to the Iberian Peninsula during its occupation by the Visigoths. Other Iberian Romance languages have comparable forms: Luís (with an accent mark on the i) in Portuguese and Galician, Lluís in Catalan and Loís in Aragonese, while Luíz is archaic in Portugal, but common in Brazil. The surname Wilbur: Surname Cornelia B. Wilbur (1908–1992), American psychiatrist Crane Wilbur (1886–1973), American writer, actor and director of stage, radio and screen Curtis D. Wilbur (1867–1954), US Secretary of the Navy and Chief Justice of California George P. Wilbur (1941–2023), actor and stuntman Jay Wilbur (1898–1970), British bandleader Ray Lyman Wilbur (1875–1949), American doctor, president of Stanford University and United States Secretary of the Interior Richard Wilbur (1921–2017), United States Poet Laureate and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Richard C. Luis is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 284K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Luis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Luis

Germanic

Luis is a given name. It is the Spanish form of the originally Germanic name Hludowig or Chlodovech, which were introduced to the Iberian Peninsula during its occupation by the Visigoths. Other Iberian Romance languages have comparable forms: Luís (with an accent mark on the i) in Portuguese and Galician, Lluís in Catalan and Loís in Aragonese, while Luíz is archaic in Portugal, but common in Brazil.

Surname: Wilbur

English

Surname Cornelia B. Wilbur (1908–1992), American psychiatrist Crane Wilbur (1886–1973), American writer, actor and director of stage, radio and screen Curtis D. Wilbur (1867–1954), US Secretary of the Navy and Chief Justice of California George P. Wilbur (1941–2023), actor and stuntman Jay Wilbur (1898–1970), British bandleader Ray Lyman Wilbur (1875–1949), American doctor, president of Stanford University and United States Secretary of the Interior Richard Wilbur (1921–2017), United States Poet Laureate and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Richard C.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Luis 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 Luis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Luis Wilbur

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 Luis Wilbur:

11
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Luis?
The first name Luis originates from Germanic. Luis is a given name. It is the Spanish form of the originally Germanic name Hludowig or Chlodovech, which were introduced to the Iberian Peninsula during its occupation by the Visigoths. Other Iberian Romance languages have comparable forms: Luís (with an accent mark on the i) in Portuguese and Galician, Lluís in Catalan and Loís in Aragonese, while Luíz is archaic in Portugal, but common in Brazil.
When was Luis most popular?
The name Luis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wilbur?
The surname Wilbur originates from English. Surname Cornelia B. Wilbur (1908–1992), American psychiatrist Crane Wilbur (1886–1973), American writer, actor and director of stage, radio and screen Curtis D. Wilbur (1867–1954), US Secretary of the Navy and Chief Justice of California George P. Wilbur (1941–2023), actor and stuntman Jay Wilbur (1898–1970), British bandleader Ray Lyman Wilbur (1875–1949), American doctor, president of Stanford University and United States Secretary of the Interior Richard Wilbur (1921–2017), United States Poet Laureate and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Richard C.
What are the origins of the name Luis Wilbur?
The name Luis Wilbur combines two different traditions: the first name Luis has Germanic roots, while the surname Wilbur originates from English.
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