louise
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ɫuˈiz// louise
n. a common name for a woman or girl. It is a traditional name used in many English-speaking and French-speaking countries.
n. a female given name of French and Old High German origin. It is the feminine form of Louis, meaning 'renowned warrior'.
Louise is my sister's name.
The manager introduced Louise as the new head of the marketing department during the morning meeting.
While the name Louise saw a decline in popularity during the late twentieth century, it has recently experienced a modest revival among parents seeking classic, traditional names.
From French Louise, the feminine form of Louis.
Usage
As a proper noun, it is always capitalized.