Lourdes
Lourdes is a girls' name of Spanish origin meaning “craggy slope, place of miracles.” It ranked #880 in the United States in 2025. Lourdes derives from the French pilgrimage town where the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared to Saint Bernadette in 1858.
how do you pronounce Lourdes?
LOOR-des
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what does Lourdes mean?
The name Lourdes means “craggy slope, place of miracles.” It comes from the Spanish language tradition.
Lourdes derives from the French pilgrimage town where the Virgin Mary reportedly appeared to Saint Bernadette in 1858. The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes receives millions of pilgrims annually. The name is especially popular among Catholic families in Spain and Latin America.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #880 |
| 2023 | #860 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Lourdes?
- Lourdes Leon (daughter of Madonna)
- Lourdes Ciccone Leon (fashion designer and performer)
what names are similar to Lourdes?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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