Lucille

At a Glance: Name: Lucille – Meaning: light – Origin: French (from Latin Lucilla) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: loo-SEEL

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Lucille is a French name that traces back to the Latin Lucilla, and it verifiably means light. It's pronounced loo-SEEL, and its vintage style places it firmly among names with an old-world, classic feel. If you're drawn to a name with clear roots and a soft, familiar sound, Lucille checks those boxes.

Meaning & Origin of Lucille

Meaning: Light.

Origin: French (from Latin Lucilla).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Lucille

Phonetic: loo-SEEL   IPA: /luːˈsiːl/

Popularity of Lucille

Lucille hit its high point at #27 in 1919, when 7,856 girls were given the name, and has since settled to #274 in 2024 with 1,151 girls sharing it — a name that was once common and remains steadily in use today.

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

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FAQ

What does the name Lucille mean?

Light. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lucille)

How do you pronounce Lucille?

Lucille is pronounced loo-SEEL (IPA: /luːˈsiːl/).

Is Lucille a popular name right now?

Lucille peaked at #27 in 1919 and is ranked #274 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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