Lucia Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: In some cultures, names similar to Lucia are associated with deities or mythological figures of light and dawn.

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A Deep Dive

Lucia Overview

Meaning

Light

Gender

Girl

Origin

Latin

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word “lux,” meaning “light”.

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/luˈsiː.ə/

Popularity

The name Lucia has been steadily popular, often appearing in the top 100 names in countries like Spain, Italy, and the USA. In 2023, Lucia was ranked #109 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

5 letters

Numerology

1 (Pioneering, Independent, Leading)

Name Styles

Classic, Exotic, Vintage

Associated Traits

Elegant, resilient, strong

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

The name Lucia is associated with Saint Lucia, a 4th-century martyr and the patron saint of the blind, symbolizing light and hope.

Name Day

December 13 (Sweden, Italy, Germany), March 25 (Austria), December 5 (Italy)
A Deep Dive

Lucia Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Lucie, Lucía, Luzia, Luce, Luciana

Common Nicknames

Lucy, Lulu, Cia, Sia, Lu

Diminutives

Luli, Lila, Cici

Famous People

  • Lucia Popp
    (Slovak Opera Singer)
  • Lucia Rijker
    (Dutch Boxer)
  • Lucia Berlin
    (American Writer)
  • Lucia Micarelli
    (American Violinist)
  • Lucia Hiriart
    (Chilean First Lady)
  • Lucia Aliberti
    (Italian Opera Singer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Lucia di Lammermoor
    ("Lucia di Lammermoor," Opera)
  • Lucia
    ("Lucia," Film)
  • Lucia Morelli
    ("Mozart in the Jungle," TV Series)
  • "Lucia, Lucia"
    (Novel)
  • Lucia Moniz
    ("Love Actually," Film)
  • L"Santa Lucia"
    (Song)

Places

  • Santa Lucia Mountains
    (California, USA)
  • Lucia Falls Park
    (Washington, USA)
  • Santa Lucia Highlands
    (California, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Lucia?

Lucia means “light” or “illumination.” Individuals with this name often have a bright and optimistic personality, radiating warmth and positivity.

What Is the Origin of The Name Lucia?

The name Lucia has Latin roots, derived from the word “lux,” meaning light. It has been used since ancient times and has strong associations with Saint Lucia, a Christian martyr from the 4th century.

Lucia Name Popularity

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

United States flagUnited States#1362021#1262022#1092023
Top 3 Rankings#1092023#1262022#1362021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Lucia

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023109
(+17 from 2022)
2432
(+215 from 2022)
0.13903
2022126
(+10 from 2021)
2217
(+193 from 2021)
0.12364
2021136
(+24 from 2020)
2024
(+274 from 2020)
0.11297
2020160
(-3 from 2019)
1750
(-69 from 2019)
0.09900
2019157
(+26 from 2018)
1819
(+207 from 2018)
0.09913
2018183
(+2 from 2017)
1612
(-49 from 2017)
0.08668
2017185
(+28 from 2016)
1661
(+139 from 2016)
0.08792
2016213
(+12 from 2015)
1522
(+70 from 2015)
0.07862
2015225
(+6 from 2014)
1452
(+17 from 2014)
0.07443
2014231
(+9 from 2013)
1435
(+108 from 2013)
0.07335
2013240
(+8 from 2012)
1327
(+23 from 2012)
0.06884
2012248
(-8 from 2011)
1304
(-25 from 2011)
0.06723
2011240
(+25 from 2010)
1329
(+90 from 2010)
0.06859
2010265
(+40 from 2009)
1239
(+155 from 2009)
0.06319
2009305
(-2 from 2008)
1084
(-15 from 2008)
0.05353
2008303
(+8 from 2007)
1099
(+9 from 2007)
0.05276
2007311
(+27 from 2006)
1090
(+114 from 2006)
0.05150
2006338
(+28 from 2005)
976
(+123 from 2005)
0.04669
2005366
(+46 from 2004)
853
(+112 from 2004)
0.04203
2004412
(+61 from 2003)
741
(+115 from 2003)
0.03672
2003473
(+49 from 2002)
626
(+102 from 2002)
0.03120
2002522
(-21 from 2001)
524
(-26 from 2001)
0.02653
2001501
(-11 from 2000)
550
(-2 from 2000)
0.02776
2000490
(+84 from 1999)
552
(+119 from 1999)
0.02766
1999574
(+55 from 1998)
433
(+63 from 1998)
0.02224
1998629
(-32 from 1997)
370
(-8 from 1997)
0.01909
1997597
(-21 from 1996)
378
(-22 from 1996)
0.01980
1996576
(+17 from 1995)
400
(+17 from 1995)
0.02086
1995593
(+5 from 1994)
383
(+7 from 1994)
0.01993
1994598
(-45 from 1993)
376
(-54 from 1993)
0.01929
1993553
(+28 from 1992)
430
(+29 from 1992)
0.02181
1992581
(+1 from 1991)
401
(+4 from 1991)
0.02000
1991582
(-2 from 1990)
397
(-3 from 1990)
0.01952
1990580
(-16 from 1989)
400
(+4 from 1989)
0.01947
1989564
(+72 from 1988)
396
(+83 from 1988)
0.01988
1988636
(-46 from 1987)
313
(-17 from 1987)
0.01628
1987590
(-18 from 1986)
330
(-10 from 1986)
0.01761
1986572
(-33 from 1985)
340
(-29 from 1985)
0.01842
1985539
(+18 from 1984)
369
(+34 from 1984)
0.01999
1984557
(+33 from 1983)
335
(+33 from 1983)
0.01858
1983590
(-14 from 1982)
302
(-16 from 1982)
0.01687
1982576
(-3 from 1981)
318
(-4 from 1981)
0.01753
1981573
(+10 from 1980)
322
(+6 from 1980)
0.01800
1980583
(+47 from 1979)
316
(+40 from 1979)
0.01775
1979630
(-6 from 1978)
276
(+6 from 1978)
0.01602
1978624
(+3 from 1977)
270
(+3 from 1977)
0.01642
1977627
(-41 from 1976)
267
(-11 from 1976)
0.01623
1976586
(+28 from 1975)
278
(+21 from 1975)
0.01769
1975614
(+111 from 1974)
257
(+59 from 1974)
0.01647
1974725
(-42 from 1973)
198
(-21 from 1973)
0.01264
1973683
(-24 from 1972)
219
(-9 from 1972)
0.01409
1972659
(+17 from 1971)
228
(-1 from 1971)
0.01414
1971676
(-26 from 1970)
229
(-23 from 1970)
0.01307
1970650
(+35 from 1969)
252
(+41 from 1969)
0.01376
1969685
(-80 from 1968)
211
(-42 from 1968)
0.01197
1968605
(-2 from 1967)
253
(+5 from 1967)
0.01480
1967603
(-26 from 1966)
248
(-18 from 1966)
0.01445
1966577
(+36 from 1965)
266
(+14 from 1965)
0.01515
1965613
(-36 from 1964)
252
(-41 from 1964)
0.01379
1964577
(+58 from 1963)
293
(+41 from 1963)
0.01497
1963635
(+47 from 1962)
252
(+25 from 1962)
0.01268
1962682
(-88 from 1961)
227
(-59 from 1961)
0.01120
1961594
(+31 from 1960)
286
(+26 from 1960)
0.01377
1960625
(-18 from 1959)
260
(-9 from 1959)
0.01250
1959607
(+38 from 1958)
269
(+36 from 1958)
0.01294
1958645
(-21 from 1957)
233
(-13 from 1957)
0.01128
1957624
(+18 from 1956)
246
(+27 from 1956)
0.01172
1956642
(-101 from 1955)
219
(-70 from 1955)
0.01063
1955541
(+3 from 1954)
289
(+22 from 1954)
0.01441
1954544
(-7 from 1953)
267
(+8 from 1953)
0.01341
1953537
(-8 from 1952)
259
(+1 from 1952)
0.01342
1952529
(-8 from 1951)
258
(+5 from 1951)
0.01356
1951521
(+60 from 1950)
253
(+45 from 1950)
0.01370
1950581
(-25 from 1949)
208
(-15 from 1949)
0.01183
1949556
(+1 from 1948)
223
(+2 from 1948)
0.01270
1948557
(+42 from 1947)
221
(+18 from 1947)
0.01268
1947599
(-33 from 1946)
203
(+5 from 1946)
0.01117
1946566
(+1 from 1945)
198
(+30 from 1945)
0.01228
1945567
(-3 from 1944)
168
(+1 from 1944)
0.01248
1944564
(-6 from 1943)
167
(-15 from 1943)
0.01222
1943558
(-8 from 1942)
182
No change from 1942
0.01268
1942550
(-5 from 1941)
182
(+14 from 1941)
0.01309
1941545
(+1 from 1940)
168
(+10 from 1940)
0.01348
1940546
(+19 from 1939)
158
(+16 from 1939)
0.01337
1939565
(-31 from 1938)
142
(-20 from 1938)
0.01252
1938534
(-5 from 1937)
162
(+6 from 1937)
0.01419
1937529
(-40 from 1936)
156
(-18 from 1936)
0.01416
1936489
(+27 from 1935)
174
(+20 from 1935)
0.01615
1935516
(-12 from 1934)
154
(-7 from 1934)
0.01417
1934504
(-13 from 1933)
161
(-6 from 1933)
0.01488
1933491
(-4 from 1932)
167
(-18 from 1932)
0.01596
1932487
(+23 from 1931)
185
(+23 from 1931)
0.01672
1931510
(-13 from 1930)
162
(-18 from 1930)
0.01468
1930497
(+22 from 1929)
180
(+9 from 1929)
0.01543
1929519
(-19 from 1928)
171
(-21 from 1928)
0.01477
1928500
(+15 from 1927)
192
(+6 from 1927)
0.01606
1927515
(-2 from 1926)
186
(+1 from 1926)
0.01504
1926513
(+67 from 1925)
185
(+31 from 1925)
0.01504
1925580
(-45 from 1924)
154
(-28 from 1924)
0.01219
1924535
(+17 from 1923)
182
(+11 from 1923)
0.01405
1923552
(-47 from 1922)
171
(-19 from 1922)
0.01365
1922505
(+20 from 1921)
190
(+8 from 1921)
0.01523
1921525
(+69 from 1920)
182
(+35 from 1920)
0.01422
1920594
(-43 from 1919)
147
(-10 from 1919)
0.01182
1919551
(-60 from 1918)
157
(-34 from 1918)
0.01337
1918491
(+51 from 1917)
191
(+38 from 1917)
0.01589
1917542
(-40 from 1916)
153
(-14 from 1916)
0.01362
1916502
(+31 from 1915)
167
(+27 from 1915)
0.01538
1915533
(-32 from 1914)
140
(+15 from 1914)
0.01367
1914501
(-17 from 1913)
125
(+15 from 1913)
0.01569
1913484
(+31 from 1912)
110
(+22 from 1912)
0.01680
1912515
(+2 from 1911)
88
(+23 from 1911)
0.01500
1911517
(-3 from 1910)
65
(+1 from 1910)
0.01471
1910514
(-69 from 1909)
64
(-5 from 1909)
0.01526
1909445
(+118 from 1908)
69
(+25 from 1908)
0.01875
1908563
(-88 from 1907)
44
(-12 from 1907)
0.01241
1907475
(-28 from 1906)
56
(-2 from 1906)
0.01660
1906447
(+81 from 1905)
58
(+16 from 1905)
0.01850
1905528
(-44 from 1904)
42
(-4 from 1904)
0.01355
1904484
(+182 from 1903)
46
(+21 from 1903)
0.01573
1903666
(-176 from 1902)
25
(-16 from 1902)
0.00899
1902490
(-23 from 1901)
41
No change from 1901
0.01463
1901467
(+52 from 1900)
41
(-1 from 1900)
0.01613
1900519
(+7 from 1899)
42
(+10 from 1899)
0.01322
1899526
(-89 from 1898)
32
(-17 from 1898)
0.01293
1898437
(+40 from 1897)
49
(+13 from 1897)
0.01787
1897477
(+27 from 1896)
36
(+2 from 1896)
0.01450
1896504
(+103 from 1895)
34
(+9 from 1895)
0.01349
1895607
(-103 from 1894)
25
(-7 from 1894)
0.01012
1894504
(-65 from 1893)
32
(-4 from 1893)
0.01356
1893439
(+3 from 1892)
36
(-1 from 1892)
0.01598
1892442
(-19 from 1891)
37
(+2 from 1891)
0.01645
1891423
(+45 from 1890)
35
(+4 from 1890)
0.01781
1890468
(-75 from 1889)
31
(-7 from 1889)
0.01537
1889393
(+32 from 1888)
38
(+4 from 1888)
0.02008
1888425
(+161 from 1887)
34
(+19 from 1887)
0.01795
1887586
(-215 from 1886)
15
(-18 from 1886)
0.00965
1886371
(+67 from 1885)
33
(+10 from 1885)
0.02147
1885438
(-13 from 1884)
23
(+1 from 1884)
0.01620
1884425
(-50 from 1883)
22
(-2 from 1883)
0.01599
1883375
(+32 from 1882)
24
(+4 from 1882)
0.01999
1882407
(+11 from 1881)
20
(+4 from 1881)
0.01729
1881418
(+17 from 1880)
16
(+1 from 1880)
0.01619
1880435
First SSA data recorded
15
First SSA data recorded
0.01537

American States Popularity Rankings for Lucia

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

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#982021#782022#712023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#952021#722022#662023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#1262021#1382022#922023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#942021#872022#562023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1302021#1192022#752023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1362021#1042022#802023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1732021#1302022#1642023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1112021#1092022#872023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#982021#862022#682023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2422021#1812022#1882023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1282021#1202022#882023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1712021#1592022#1502023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1302021#1812022#1332023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1382021#2002022#1462023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1032021#982022#842023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1272021#1512022#992023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1102021#1052022#632023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1652021#872022#1402023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3122021#2122022#2732023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2862021#1672022#2132023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1602021#2022022#1702023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1212021#1402022#1292023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2512021#2892022#1702023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#4072021#2962022#4302023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#2682021#2712022#2712023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3352021#3082022#2262023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1422021#2082022#1652023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#6312021#3422022#3602023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1072021#3022022#1232023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2812021#952022#1382023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#392021#842022#912023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1372021#1262022#1522023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2272021#4222022#1762023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#3802021#2322022#1692023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#5412021#2872022#2782023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#502021#712022#752023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#4042021#6392022#2072023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2062021#3512022#2382023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2212021#5322022#2132023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1602021#2402022#1952023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1722021#1102022#2572023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1282012#2512015#2202021

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2392018#1382020#2032023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1432015#1632020#1372022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#2082010#2112011#2132013

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3491952#3352015

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2562014#2212022

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#822008

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1772023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#6202023

Popularity Rankings for Lucia in other Countries and American Territories

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

Popularity in Spain

Spain flagSpain#12020#12021#12022

Popularity in Catalonia, Spain

Catalonia, Spain flagCatalonia, Spain#52017

Popularity in Galicia, Spain

Galicia, Spain flagGalicia, Spain#72020#102021#62022

Popularity in Basque Country, Spain

Basque Country, Spain flagBasque Country, Spain#82012#122021#92022

Popularity in Brazil

Brazil flagBrazil#101960 (Decade)#101970 (Decade)

Popularity in Argentina

Argentina flagArgentina#112011#212014#212015

Popularity in Slovakia

Slovakia flagSlovakia#312021#402022#402023

Popularity in Mexico

Mexico flagMexico#412020#382021

Popularity in Italy

Italy flagItaly#472009#472010#492011

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#682021#942022#982023

Popularity in Uruguay

Uruguay flagUruguay#732022#702023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#1312021#712022#992023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#1142021#1012022#832023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#842023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#1362021#1282022#852023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#2302021#1082022#1142023

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1332020#1082021#1332022

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#1402021#1332022#1382023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#1921907#1921908#1961915

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#2022019#1982020#2242021

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#2862020#2192021#2202022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#3562021#2312022#2212023

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#2302021

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#2882022#2912023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#3202020#4332021#4032022

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#3932020#3532021#4892023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#3892019#4652022#3862023

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

Is Lucia a Name for Boys or Girls?

Lucia is traditionally a name for girls, synonymous with brightness and clarity (like the meaning of “light”).

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

Lucia in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Lucia Popp (Opera Singer, 1939–1993): A Slovak operatic soprano celebrated for her performances in Mozart and Strauss operas.
  • Lucia Rijker (Boxer, born 1967): A Dutch professional boxer and kickboxer, often regarded as the best female boxer of all time.
  • Lucia Berlin (Writer, 1936–2004): An American short story writer known for her collections such as "A Manual for Cleaning Women."
  • Lucia Micarelli (Violinist, born 1983): An American violinist and actress known for her collaborations with Josh Groban and her role in the TV series "Treme."
  • Lucia Hiriart (First Lady of Chile, 1922–2021): The First Lady of Chile and the wife of dictator Augusto Pinochet.
  • Lucia Aliberti (Opera Singer, born 1957): An Italian soprano known for her roles in bel canto operas.
  • Lucia Evans (Actress and Activist, born 1982): An Irish actress and activist who became known for her role in the #MeToo movement.
  • Lucia di Lammermoor ("Lucia di Lammermoor," 1835 Opera by Gaetano Donizetti): A tragic opera about Lucia, a young woman caught in a family feud and driven to madness.
  • Lucia ("Lucia," 2013 Film): A Kannada-language psychological thriller about a man whose life takes a mysterious turn after he starts taking a unique drug.
  • Lucia Morelli ("Mozart in the Jungle," 2014 TV Series): A talented and ambitious oboist navigating the competitive world of classical music in New York City.
  • "Lucia, Lucia" (2003 Novel): A novel about a woman reflecting on her life and the choices she made in 1950s New York.
  • Lucia Moniz ("Love Actually," 2003 Film): An actress known for her role as Aurelia, the Portuguese housekeeper who falls in love with Jamie.
  • "Santa Lucia" (1891 Song): A traditional Neapolitan song celebrating the beauty of the Santa Lucia district in Naples.
  • Lucia ("The Lucia Chronicles," 2018 Novel Series): A fantasy novel series about Lucia, a young woman with magical powers on a quest to discover her true heritage.
  • Lucia ("Lucia's Secret," 2017 TV Series): A drama series following Lucia as she uncovers hidden truths about her family's past.
  • Lucia Berlin ("A Manual for Cleaning Women," 2015 Short Story Collection): An acclaimed collection of short stories by the American writer, exploring the lives of women in various challenging situations.
  • Lucia Sciarra ("Spectre," 2015 Film): A widow seeking revenge who becomes entangled with James Bond in the action-packed spy film.
  • Santa Lucia River (Maldonado, Uruguay): A picturesque river flowing through Uruguay, offering serene landscapes and outdoor activities.
  • Lucia Bay (California, USA): A beautiful coastal bay in California, known for its stunning views and marine life.
  • Santa Lucia Mountains (California, USA): A mountain range in California offering hiking trails and breathtaking vistas.
  • Lucia Falls Park (Washington, USA): A scenic park in Washington featuring waterfalls, picnic areas, and hiking trails.
  • Santa Lucia Hill (Santiago, Chile): A historic hill in Santiago with gardens, viewpoints, and cultural landmarks.
  • Santa Lucia Highlands (California, USA): A renowned wine region in California, famous for its vineyards and scenic beauty.
  • Lucia Beach (Queensland, Australia): A serene beach in Queensland perfect for relaxing and enjoying the coastal environment.

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