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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Light
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- LOO-men
Lumen is a Latin name meaning "light." It's short, easy to say, and the meaning is simple enough to explain to anyone who asks. It's also a rarely used name, so your child would be unlikely to share it with classmates.
Meaning & Origin of Lumen
Meaning: Light.
Origin: Latin.
How to Pronounce Lumen
LOO-menIPA /ˈluːmən/
Popularity of Lumen
Lumen has been an uncommon name throughout the Social Security data from 2011 to 2024. It peaked at #3634 in 2015 with 43 babies, and by 2024 it had slipped to #6669 with 13 babies.
Names Like Lumen
These names have followed a similar path to Lumen in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Lumen mean?
Light.
How do you pronounce Lumen?
Lumen is pronounced LOO-men (IPA: /ˈluːmən/).
Is Lumen a popular name right now?
Lumen peaked at #3634 in 2015 and is ranked #6669 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2011–2024.)
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