Lucina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lucina originates from Latin, meaning 'light' or 'illumination.' It has evolved through various forms in different languages and retains a sense of elegance and brightness. It has no biblical relevance but has been popular since ancient Roman times, especially during the Renaissance. Common variants include Lucy and Lucinda, and it is currently viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Lucina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lucina has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lucina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2632nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3586th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4129th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4798th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5704th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7473rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4315th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lucina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lucina"
Pronunciation
/luːˈsiːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lucina is derived from the Latin word 'lux,' meaning 'light.' In Roman mythology, Lucina was the goddess of childbirth and light, often associated with the dawn.
Meaning
light, illumination
Language Evolution
Lucina (Latin), Lucina (Old Italian), Lucina (Modern Italian), Lucina (English)
Historical Usage
Lucina has been used since ancient Roman times and gained popularity during the Renaissance period as classical names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Lucie, Lucy, Luciana, Lucinda
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lucina is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with brightness and femininity.
Famous People
Lucina M. Williams, American mathematician, Lucina E. T. McGowan, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lucina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lucina"
"Lucina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2632nd of 9107 | 206 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3586th of 9204 | 119 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4129th of 12526 | 169 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4798th of 19264 | 183 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5704th of 27321 | 229 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7473rd of 35406 | 241 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4315th of 30306 | 398 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lucina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
71.24% 1977th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
56.18% 2272nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
91.86% 4771st/5194 |
43.50% 2748th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
58.72% 4382nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.97% 4569th/6822 |
54.80% 3439th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lucina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lucina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.