Lucia

At a Glance: Name: Lucia – Meaning: feminine form of the Roman name Lucius, traditionally tied to 'lux' (light); also the name of a Sicilian martyr – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: loo-SEE-ah

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Lucia is the feminine form of the Roman name Lucius, tied to the Latin word for light, and it's also the name of a Sicilian martyr from early Christian history. With Latin roots and a pronunciation of loo-SEE-ah, it's a name that turns up across many countries and has kept a classic feel across generations.

Meaning & Origin of Lucia

Meaning: Feminine form of the roman name lucius, traditionally tied to 'lux' (light); also the name of a sicilian martyr.

Origin: Latin.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Lucia

Phonetic: loo-SEE-ah   IPA: /luːˈsiːə/

Popularity of Lucia

In 2024, Lucia ranked #98 among U.S. baby girl names with 2,658 babies given the name — its highest point yet, in records stretching back to 1880.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Lucia mean?

Feminine form of the roman name lucius, traditionally tied to ‘lux’ (light); also the name of a sicilian martyr. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lucia)

How do you pronounce Lucia?

Lucia is pronounced loo-SEE-ah (IPA: /luːˈsiːə/).

Is Lucia a popular name right now?

Lucia is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #98 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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