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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Light, from Latin lux, via the Roman name Lucius
- Origin
- Latin (via Old French and Middle English)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LOO-see
Lucy comes from the Latin word lux, meaning light, arriving in English by way of Old French and Middle English as a form of the Roman name Lucius. It's pronounced LOO-see, and it carries a classic, timeless quality that's held steady for well over a century. If you're drawn to names with a clear, single-word meaning and a long track record, Lucy fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Lucy
Meaning: Light, from Latin lux, via the Roman name Lucius.
Origin: Latin (via Old French and Middle English).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Lucy
LOO-seeIPA /ˈluːsi/
Popularity of Lucy
In 2024, Lucy ranked #34 on the SSA's list, with 5,396 babies given the name that year — and that same #34 also marks its all-time peak across the full 1880-2024 record, meaning it has never ranked higher than it does right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Lucy mean?
Light, from Latin lux, via the Roman name Lucius. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lucy?
Lucy is pronounced LOO-see (IPA: /ˈluːsi/).
Is Lucy a popular name right now?
Lucy is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #34 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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