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At a Glance: Name: Lux – Meaning: light – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: LUKS
Lux is a clean, modern girl's name with a clear, one-word meaning: it comes from Latin and means "light." It's pronounced LUKS. If you like names that are short, sleek, and carry an actual translatable meaning rather than a vague sentiment, Lux fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Lux
Meaning: Light.
Origin: Latin.
How to Pronounce Lux
Phonetic: LUKS IPA: /ˈlʌks/
Popularity of Lux
Lux has stayed rare in U.S. birth data from 2001 to 2024, peaking at #981 in 2022 with 230 babies before slipping to #1223 in 2024 with 164 babies.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2001–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Lux mean?
Light.
How do you pronounce Lux?
Lux is pronounced LUKS (IPA: /ˈlʌks/).
Is Lux a popular name right now?
Lux peaked at #981 in 2022 and is ranked #1223 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2001–2024.)
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