Louie

Louie is a masculine given name, commonly used as a diminutive of Louis in English-speaking countries. It is also used as an independent given name and, less commonly, as a surname. The form Louie is one of several spellings of the name, alongside Louis and Lewis, and it is often chosen for its informal or affectionate connotation.

Notable people and characters named Louie include: Louie Anderson (1953–2022), American stand-up comedian and actor; Louie Gohmert (born 1953), American politician and attorney; and Louie from Disney's DuckTales, one of Scrooge McDuck's three nephews, alongside Huey and Dewey. In literature and media, Louie also appears as a fictional character in various works, reflecting the name's informal use across cultures.

The name Louie is closely associated with the English spelling of Louis and is sometimes used in popular culture to convey a down-to-earth or friendly persona. The term is also the title of the American television series Louie (2010–2015), created by and starring Louis C.K., which blends comedy and drama and draws on autobiographical elements.