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What does the baby name Lourdes mean? Learn about what Lourdes means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Lourdes - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Lourdes
L-O-U-R-D-E-S, is a 7-letter male given name.
Meaning of Lourdes
Shrine of the virgin mary.
Origin of Lourdes
The name 'Lourdes' finds its origins in the Occitan language, which is spoken in the Occitania region of southern France. It is derived from the name of a town called Lourdes in the Pyrenees mountains. The town gained significant religious importance due to the reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary to a young girl named Bernadette Soubirous in the mid-19th century.
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Popularity of Lourdes
The name 'Lourdes' has been predominantly used in Spanish-speaking countries and regions with a strong Catholic influence. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and peaked in the 1970s. However, its usage has declined in recent years.
Lourdes currently has 3 likes, and is in the top 9% of liked boy's names. The name Adisa is slightly more popular than Lourdes.

Etymology of Lourdes

The name 'Lourdes' does not have a specific etymological meaning. It is directly derived from the name of the town in France, which is believed to have been derived from the Occitan word for 'loue', meaning 'muddy.'

Cultural Significance of Lourdes

The name 'Lourdes' holds significant religious and cultural importance, particularly within the Catholic faith. It is often associated with the Marian apparitions that occurred in the town of Lourdes. The apparitions and subsequent miracles reported by Bernadette Soubirous have made Lourdes a popular pilgrimage site for Catholics seeking healing and spiritual renewal.