Meaning & Story
The Latin form of Louis, meaning famous warrior or renowned in battle, carried through Provençal French origins.
Aloysius is gloriously old-fashioned in the best possible way. It is the kind of name that commands attention the moment you say it — full, round, and unmistakably distinguished. Saint Aloysius Gonzaga is its most famous bearer, lending it a gentle, intellectual air. This name suits a male pet with a theatrical personality or an unusually dignified demeanor. It is a name for dogs who respond to the full version, not a nickname.