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Name Origin

Luanne is a feminine given name, often considered a variation or diminutive of the name Louise. It has French origins, deriving from the Germanic element 'hlod', meaning 'fame' or 'glory', and the Old High German suffix 'wig', meaning 'battle'. Therefore, the name Luanne can be interpreted to mean 'famous warrior' or 'glorious in battle'.

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Famous People

Luanne Rice (1960-)

Novelist

  • New York Times bestselling author
  • Known for her contemporary fiction novels often set in the American South

Luanne Meehan

Singer-songwriter

  • Performed on Broadway in 'The Color Purple'
  • Released several albums and singles