Lucia
l(u)-cia
US Popularity:306
Origin:Italian
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Light
Lucia is the feminine form of Lucius and of Italian origin, meaning “light.” Lucia is both a first name and a surname and comes from the Latin word lux. Lucia is the more lyrical form of Lucy, with its graceful -ia ending appealing greatly to the ear. Lucia exudes sunshine and warmth and is ideal for a one-of-a-kind personality like baby’s. Beloved in many languages, Lucia is used in Spanish, English, Slavic, Portuguese, and Romanian. A name like Lucia will always remind baby they can be their own shining light on the darkest of nights.
Lucia Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lucia is currently #214 on The Bump
Girl:Lucia is currently #93 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lucia is currently #306 in U.S. births
Girl:Lucia is currently #94 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#306
in 2022
+ 30
from 2021
Sources
House of Names, Lucia History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Online Etymology Dictionary, Lucia, October 2017
Ancestry, Lucia Family History
Ancestry, Lucius Family History
Behind the Name, Lucia, December 2022
Behind the Name, Lucius, November 2020
WordSense, Lucia
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