UK girl's name
Loujain
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "bright jewel".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Loujain is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Loujain popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1894, with 15 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 15 births.
This profile covers 33 England and Wales registrations across 5 recorded years from 2010 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Loujain is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 33 living people in the UK are called Loujain. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Loujain ranked #1894 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 15 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 15 girls were registered as Loujain.
- • About 33 living people in the UK are estimated to have Loujain as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#1894
2024
Births in 2024
15
Latest year
Peak year
2024
15 births
Estimated living
33
2026
Meaning
What does Loujain mean?
The name Loujain finds its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with its roots tracing back to the Middle East region. It is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "lou'lou'," which means "pearl" or "jewel," signifying preciousness and beauty.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Loujain can be found in ancient Arabic poetry and literature, where it was sometimes used as a metaphorical reference to a beloved or cherished person. The name's connection to pearls and gems also links it to the rich cultural traditions of the Persian Gulf region, known for its pearl diving and trade.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Loujain. One of the earliest recorded figures was Loujain bint al-Husayn (born in the 7th century CE), a renowned Arabian poet and scholar celebrated for her eloquence and literary contributions during the Umayyad Caliphate.
Another prominent figure was Loujain al-Hathloul (born in 1989), a Saudi Arabian women's rights activist and advocate for the right of women to drive in Saudi Arabia. Her courageous efforts and imprisonment brought international attention to the cause of women's rights in the kingdom.
In the realm of literature, Loujain al-Sabah (born in 1962) is a renowned Kuwaiti novelist and short story writer, known for her works exploring themes of identity, gender, and societal issues in the Gulf region.
The name Loujain also holds significance in the field of sports. Loujain Al-Hathloul (born in 1990) is a Saudi Arabian track and field athlete who competed in the 2012 London Olympics, representing her country in the women's 100-meter hurdles event.
Lastly, Loujain Adada (born in 1988) is a Syrian-born British author and journalist, known for her work on Middle Eastern affairs and her advocacy for women's rights and freedom of expression in the region.
These examples illustrate the diverse backgrounds and achievements of individuals who have carried the name Loujain throughout history, showcasing its cultural significance and enduring influence across various fields.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Loujain over time
The chart below shows babies named Loujain registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Loujain, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 15 births in 2024, compared with 15 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Loujain by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Loujain was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3509 | 30 | 4 |
| 2010s | #5707 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Loujain
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Loujain: questions and answers
How popular is the name Loujain in the UK right now?
In 2024, Loujain was ranked #1894 for girls in England and Wales, with 15 births registered.
When was Loujain most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 15 babies registered as Loujain in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Loujain?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "bright jewel".
How many people are called Loujain in the UK?
A total of 33 babies have been registered as Loujain across the 5 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.