Lucca Name Meaning

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Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Lucca City, the place that inspired the name, is know for its many towers (around 250) used as defensive structures.

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A Deep Dive

Lucca Overview

Meaning

Light, bringer of light

Gender

Boy

Origin

Italian

Etymology

Derived from the Etruscan word “luk,” meaning “marsh,” later Latinized to “Lucus”​.

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈluːkə/

Popularity

Lucca is a popular name in Italy and has gained international recognition. In the USA, it ranked #498 for boys and #923 for girls in 2023.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

4 (Orderly, Steady, Service-oriented)

Name Styles

Exotic, Classic, Cool

Associated Traits

Strong, resilient, enduring, harmonious

Name Day

July 8th (Italy), October 18th
A Deep Dive

Lucca Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Luca, Luka, Lucas, Lukas, Luc, Lukasz, Lucian, Lucio, Luciano

Common Nicknames

Luke, Lou, Loo, Lukey, Lu, Luki, Luc, Lulu, Luka, Luce

Diminutives

Lu, Luki, Lou, Lukey, Loo, Luka, Luce, Lulu, Luk

Famous People

  • Lucca Mesinas
    (Peruvian Surfer)
  • Lucca Staiger
    (German Basketball Player)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Lucca Ashtear
    ("Chrono Trigger," Video Game)
  • Lucca Quinn
    ("The Good Wife," TV Series)
  • Lucca Comics & Games
    (Convention)

Places

  • Lucca City
    (Tuscany, Italy)
  • Bagni di Lucca Village
    (Tuscany, Italy)
  • Lucca Sicula Village
    (Sicily, Italy)
  • Piana di Lucca
    (Tuscany, Italy)

What Is the Meaning of Lucca?

Lucca means “light” or “bringer of light.” This name conveys a sense of brightness and positivity, fitting for someone who is cheerful and uplifting.

What Is the Origin of The Name Lucca?

The name Lucca has an Italian origin, stemming from the city of Tuscany in Italy.

Lucca Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Lucca in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#4662021#5022022#4982023
Top 3 Rankings#4562020#4662021#4982023

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Lucca

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023498
(+4 from 2022)
605
(+9 from 2022)
0.03304
2022502
(-36 from 2021)
596
(-40 from 2021)
0.03182
2021466
(-10 from 2020)
636
(-14 from 2020)
0.03395
2020456
(+129 from 2019)
650
(+175 from 2019)
0.03514
2019585
(+45 from 2018)
475
(+53 from 2018)
0.02472
2018630
(+32 from 2017)
422
(+36 from 2017)
0.02171
2017662
(+24 from 2016)
386
(+24 from 2016)
0.01950
2016686
(+68 from 2015)
362
(+42 from 2015)
0.01787
2015754
(-15 from 2014)
320
(-2 from 2014)
0.01565
2014739
(+96 from 2013)
322
(+66 from 2013)
0.01571
2013835
(+80 from 2012)
256
(+30 from 2012)
0.01267
2012915
(+135 from 2011)
226
(+46 from 2011)
0.01114
20111050
(+113 from 2010)
180
(+22 from 2010)
0.00886
20101163
(-39 from 2009)
158
(-6 from 2009)
0.00769
20091124
(+103 from 2008)
164
(+22 from 2008)
0.00773
20081227
(+411 from 2007)
142
(+48 from 2007)
0.00651
20071638
(-171 from 2006)
94
(-10 from 2006)
0.00424
20061467
(-87 from 2005)
104
(-4 from 2005)
0.00474
20051380
(+249 from 2004)
108
(+29 from 2004)
0.00508
20041629
(+120 from 2003)
79
(+10 from 2003)
0.00374
20031749
(-41 from 2002)
69
(+1 from 2002)
0.00328
20021708
(+377 from 2001)
68
(+18 from 2001)
0.00329
20012085
(+589 from 2000)
50
(+16 from 2000)
0.00242
20002674
(+1310 from 1999)
34
(+16 from 1999)
0.00163
19993984
(+3575 from 1998)
18
(+11 from 1998)
0.00088
19987559
(-1460 from 1997)
7
(-2 from 1997)
0.00035
19976099
(+397 from 1996)
9
(+1 from 1996)
0.00045
19966496
(+1142 from 1993)
8
(+2 from 1993)
0.00040
19950
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0
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0.0000
19940
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0.0000
19937638
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0.00029
19920
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0.0000
19910
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American States Popularity Rankings for Lucca

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3372021#3652022#3952023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2332021#2432022#1732023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#4142021#4342022#5292023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2002021#1752022#2252023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#7402021#7042022#5672023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3172021#3862022#2942023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#5242021#4722022#5532023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#5982021#5332022#7182023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#6192021#8232022#10832023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#5742021#7562022#6332023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#5662021#5942022#7102023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#5852021#4962022#4772023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#9122021#7892022#5452023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#7472021#8292022#6502023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#6872021#5782022#8722023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3122021#4992022#6382023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3072021#3202022#3332023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#4742020#6822021#6272022

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#5422021#7292022#5452023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#8162021#8302022#7912023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#6102021#11332022#8882023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#6712021#5662022#5772023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#8502021#8642022#8612023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#5932021#7022022#5632023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#7722021#5242022#7622023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#5302020#4782022#3362023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#6032020#4392021#6182023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#8522017#7932022#8802023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#10092019#6732020#9012021

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#6272018#6332020#4872021

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#8792014#7742019#8952023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#6432023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#5222021

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#4332014

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#2162020

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3672022

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#8552023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2542020

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#4202019

Popularity Rankings for Lucca in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#952021#1672022#1892023

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#1472013#1332014#1342015

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4772021#3632022#4822023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#4542021#3802022#5842023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3982017#4382020#3972023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3982013

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#6092021#5122022#4112023

Popularity in Mexico

Mexico flagMexico#4142021

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#5312020#7082021#5392022

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#7532019#5512020#5772021

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#7182020#9712021#8272022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Lucca a Name for Boys or Girls?

Traditionally, Lucca has been more popular as a boy’s name, especially in Italian-speaking regions.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Lucca

Lucca in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Lucca Staiger (Basketball Player, 1988): A German professional basketball player known for his three-point shooting ability and international career.
  • Lucca Mesinas (Surfer, 1996): A Peruvian professional surfer competing on the World Surf League circuit.
  • Lucca Ashtear ("Chrono Trigger," 1995 Video Game): A brilliant inventor and one of the main characters who travels through time to save the world.
  • Lucca Comics & Games (Annual Convention): A major comic book and gaming convention held in Lucca, Italy, attracting fans and creators from around the world.
  • Lucca Quinn ("The Good Wife," TV Series): A fierce and intelligent lawyer who becomes a partner at Lockhart/Gardner.
  • Lucca City (Tuscany, Italy): A charming and historic city known for its well-preserved Renaissance-era city walls and rich cultural heritage.
  • Bagni di Lucca Village (Tuscany, Italy): A picturesque village famous for its thermal baths and beautiful natural surroundings.
  • Lucca Sicula Village (Sicily, Italy): A small village in Sicily known for its agricultural traditions and close-knit community.
  • Piana di Lucca (Tuscany, Italy): The beautiful countryside region surrounding the city of Lucca, featuring medieval villages and scenic landscapes.

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