Renowned warrior
Luigi is the Italian form of the Germanic name Ludwig. It is derived from the elements 'hlud', meaning fame or loud, and 'wig', meaning warrior or battle. While historically significant in Italy, it is most recognized globally today through popular culture.
Less common today
Luigi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,375 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The younger, taller brother of Mario and a central protagonist · Super Mario Bros.
Nobel Prize-winning dramatist and novelist
Physicist and biologist who discovered bioelectricity
Influential classical composer
Prodigious Italian footballer and all-time leading scorer
