Lucky Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Lucky' originates from English and is associated with the concept of fortune. It evolved from Middle Dutch through Old French to its current form. It conveys positive traits of good fortune and favor. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it gained popularity in the 20th century. Variants include 'Luck' and 'Luckie.' Today, 'Lucky' is perceived as a cheerful and optimistic name.
The name Lucky is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Lucky has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lucky' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2547th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1668th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1275th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1774th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2293rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2249th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2528th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5980th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5551st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6119th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8985th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10898th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8162nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lucky' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lucky"
Pronunciation
/ˈlʌki/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name 'Lucky' is derived from the word 'luck,' which comes from the Middle Dutch 'luc,' meaning 'happiness' or 'fortune.'
Meaning
Fortunate, favored by luck.
Language Evolution
Middle Dutch: luc, Old French: loc, English: lucky
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, often used as a nickname or given name to express good fortune or positive traits.
Variants & Derivatives
Luck, Luckyboy, Luckie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, 'Lucky' is viewed positively, often associated with good fortune and happiness.
Famous People
Lucky Luciano, an influential mobster., Lucky Dube, a renowned South African reggae musician.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lucky"
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 "Lucky"
"Lucky" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2547th of 7545 | 165 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1668th of 6773 | 331 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1275th of 7552 | 692 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1774th of 10718 | 411 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2293rd of 16616 | 452 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2249th of 24088 | 838 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2528th of 23106 | 624 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5980th of 9107 | 30 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5551st of 9204 | 40 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6119th of 12526 | 72 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8985th of 27321 | 115 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10898th of 35406 | 138 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8162nd of 30306 | 160 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucky" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
75.14% 1768th/2353 |
67.87% 1050th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
54.42% 1212th/2227 |
- |
54.43% 1553rd/2853 |
43.93% 1219th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
39.59% 1601st/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
23.90% 1510th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.52% 1811th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
36.77% 2689th/7313 |
21.37% 1595th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.16% 2078th/3984 |
- |
44.99% 3069th/6822 |
28.17% 1768th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucky" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lucky"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lucky" 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.