Lugenia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lugenia is a name that originates from Latin, meaning 'light' or 'illumination'. It has evolved from Lucius to Lugenia over time. The name is associated with traits of brightness and clarity. There is no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century as unique names became more common. Variants include Lugen and Lugenie, and it is currently perceived as a vintage and charming name.
The name Lugenia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Lugenia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Lugenia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2094th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2812th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4052nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9832nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Lugenia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lugenia"
Pronunciation
/luːˈdʒiːniə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lugenia is derived from the Latin name 'Lucius', which means 'light' or 'illumination'. It is often associated with brightness and clarity.
Meaning
light, illumination
Language Evolution
Lucius, Lucina, Lugenia
Historical Usage
Lugenia gained popularity in the early 20th century, especially in the United States, as unique names became more favored.
Variants & Derivatives
Lugen, Lugenie, Lu
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Lugenia is viewed as a unique and vintage name, evoking a sense of individuality and charm.
Famous People
Lugenia Burns Hope, an American civil rights activist and community leader.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lugenia"
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 "Lugenia"
"Lugenia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2094th of 9107 | 302 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2812th of 9204 | 186 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4052nd of 12526 | 174 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9832nd of 19264 | 48 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Lugenia" 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 "Lugenia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
54.90% 1299th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
77.52% 1824th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lugenia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lugenia" 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.