Lois \lois\ as a girl's name is pronounced LOH-iss. It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Lois is "superior". Also possibly a variant of Louise (Old German) "famous warrior". Biblical: a first-century Christian, the grandmother of Timothy. Superman's girlfriend Lois Lane.

For more information, see also the related name Heloise.

Baby names that sound like Lois are Loise, Lise, Liz, Lisa, Leisa, Lia, Leia, Lou, Luise, Luisa, Loyise, Lowise and Louisa. Other similar baby names are Loir and Loris.