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Lucy and related names

paulapuddephatt
By paulapuddephatt
Updated Thu May 18 2023
Because these are awesome names
  1. Luana

    • Origin:

      Combination of Louise and Anna or Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "content, at ease"

    • Description:

      In the slipstream of Luna, this everywhere-and-nowhere international name, with its attractive liquid sound, is popular in several European countries along with Hawaii.
  2. Luane

    • Description:

      Luane is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Luana, which has Hawaiian roots meaning "content" or "happy," or it could be a French-inspired variation of Louise, ultimately derived from the Germanic name Ludwig, meaning "famous warrior." Another possibility is that it combines elements of Lou and Anne/Ann. Luane has a soft, melodious quality that feels both vintage and timeless. While never reaching widespread popularity, the name has maintained a quiet presence throughout the decades, occasionally appearing on birth certificates. Its relative rarity makes it an appealing choice for parents seeking something uncommon yet accessible and easily pronounced. The name's gentle sound carries a subtle elegance and femininity.

  3. Luanna

    • Description:

      Luanna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a combination of the names Lou and Anna, or a variation of Luanna, which combines Latin "lux" (light) with Anna (grace). In some cases, it's considered a Hawaiian name meaning "peaceful" or "content." Luanna gained modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s. The name has a melodious quality with its flowing vowels and gentle consonants, giving it a romantic, somewhat vintage appeal. While never extremely common, Luanna offers an intriguing alternative to more popular names like Leanna, Luanne, or Luana, with similar sounds but a distinctive character.

  4. Luanne

    • Description:

      Luanne is a feminine name that originated as a combination of the names Lou and Anne, or as a variant of Luann. The name has American roots, becoming particularly popular in the mid-20th century. Lou derives from Germanic elements meaning 'famous warrior,' while Anne has Hebrew origins meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' Luanne carries a sweet, Southern charm and achieved modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. Its usage declined in subsequent decades, giving it a distinctive generational feel today. The name gained some recognition through fictional characters, including Luanne Platter from the animated series 'King of the Hill,' which showcased its association with Southern American culture.
  5. Luce

    • Description:

      Luce is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'lux' meaning 'light.' Used primarily in French and Italian cultures, Luce functions as either a standalone name or as a shortened form of Lucille, Lucia, or Lucienne. In France, it has maintained steady but modest popularity for centuries, appreciated for its elegance and simplicity. The name carries positive associations with illumination, clarity, and brightness, reflecting its etymological connection to light. In English-speaking countries, Luce remains uncommon but recognizable, offering a sophisticated European alternative to more familiar light-themed names like Lucy or Claire. Its brevity and soft sound give it a subtle charm, while its meaning provides rich symbolic significance. Luce balances traditional roots with a contemporary minimalist appeal.
  6. Lucerne

    • Origin:

      Swiss place-name or Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lamp"

    • Description:

      Projects the calm and pristine image of the picturesque Swiss lake and mountain town.
  7. Lucetta

    • Origin:

      English elaboration of Lucia or Lucy

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lace-hankie name with Shakespearean pedigree.
  8. Lucette

    • Origin:

      French diminutive of Lucy

    • Meaning:

      "little light"

    • Description:

      Popular in the 1930s in France, this is a diminutive of Lucy (or Lucie).
  9. Luci

    • Description:

      Luci is a feminine name that serves as a shortened form of Lucia or Lucille, both derived from the Latin word "lux" meaning "light." This cheerful, bright name carries connotations of illumination, clarity, and radiance. Luci offers a modern, streamlined alternative to longer light-based names while maintaining their meaningful essence. The spelling with an 'i' instead of 'y' (Lucy) gives it a slightly more contemporary feel. While less common than Lucy, Luci has gained steady appreciation among parents seeking a name that's both simple and distinctive. Its cross-cultural appeal works well in many language traditions, particularly Spanish and Italian communities where names related to light are traditionally popular.

  10. Lucia

    • Origin:

      Italian, feminine variation of Lucius, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lucia is a lush, rich Latinate equivalent of Lucy, popular in Spain and throughout Latin America and also a cross-cultural favorite. You might be surprised to know that Lucia has ALWAYS ranked among the Top 1000 girl names in the US, though she's really taken off only since the turn of this century.
  11. Luciana

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Lucianus

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lushly elaborate name that makes Lucy more grownup and sensual. Carnie Wilson chose it for her daughter. Lucianus is an ancient Roman family name and Lucianus of Samosata was an early satirist. Heard most often in the Italian and Spanish cultures, Luciana is usually pronounced loo-chee-anna.
  12. Lucida

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lucid, clear"

    • Description:

      Pretty, delicate and crystal clear, with the readymade nickname of Lucy.
  13. Lucie

    • Origin:

      French, English

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      The French spelling of Lucy feels particularly light and shimmery.
  14. Lucienne

    • Origin:

      French feminine variation of Lucian

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lucienne is a soft and ultra-sophisticated French-accented option in the Lucy family, one that could provide a fresh alternative to such fatigued Gallic choices as Danielle and Michelle.
  15. Lucilla

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      A delicate name with an ancient pedigree, more appealing to some than Lucille. It elaborates on Lucy and even Lucia and feels more distinctive than Lucinda.
  16. Lucille

    • Origin:

      French variation of Latin Lucilla

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lucille is a name that had long been overpowered by its link to Lucille Ball, with an image of tangerine-colored hair, big, round eyes, and a tendency to stage daffy and desperate stunts. But with the newfound craze for double-L names like Lily and Lila, Lulu and Luna, and as the choice of Lucille by hipster parents Maya Rudolph and Paul Thomas Anderson, Lucille is breaking free from its old clownish image, moving rapidly up the charts over the past decade after a long nap.
  17. Lucina

    • Origin:

      Roman

    • Meaning:

      "grove or light"

    • Description:

      Lucina, deriving from Latin lucus "grove" and also associated with lux "light", is an epithet given in Roman mythology to the goddess Juno (and sometimes also Diana) in her role as goddess of childbirth. A stately and unusual route to Lucy, more delicate than Lucinda.
  18. Lucinda

    • Origin:

      Variation of Lucia

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      Lucinda, an elaboration of Lucia created by Cervantes for his 1605 novel Don Quixote, is a pleasingly pretty alternative to Lucy. It was subsequently used by Moliere in his play The Doctor in Spite of Himself' (1666). More in tune with the times than Linda, Belinda and Melinda, it could be used to honor someone with one of those dated names.
  19. Lucine

    • Origin:

      Armenian, English, French

    • Meaning:

      "moon; light; grove, light"

    • Description:

      Sweet and stylish, Lucine is a versatile choice that can be used as a spelling variation of the celestial Armenian name Lusine. It is equally considered an elaboration of the classic Lucy and as a French form of Lucina, a name that means "grove", but can also be associated with light.
  20. Lucrecia

    • Description:

      Lucrecia is a feminine name with ancient Roman origins, derived from the Latin name Lucretia. It carries the meaning "wealth" or "profit," stemming from the Latin word "lucrum." The name has profound historical connections, most notably to Lucretia, a legendary Roman woman whose tragic fate reportedly sparked the overthrow of the Roman monarchy. Lucrecia is particularly popular in Spanish-speaking countries and Latin America. The name conveys strength, dignity, and classical elegance. Throughout history, notable bearers include artists, nobility, and cultural figures. While maintaining its classical roots, Lucrecia offers a distinctive alternative to more common Latin-derived names, blending historical significance with a melodious quality that transitions beautifully across different cultures.