Lucy

Girl's name

Lucy is derived from the Latin name Lucia, which means "light" or "illumination."

Meaning Light
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 5,396
Peak year 2024

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Lucy Liu - Actress known for "Charlie's Angels" and "Kill Bill."
  • Lucy Lawless - Actress famous for "Xena: Warrior Princess."
  • Lucy Hale - Actress and singer from "Pretty Little Liars."
  • Lucy Bronze - English soccer player, multiple award winner.
  • Lucy Worsley - British historian and TV presenter.
  • Lucy Boynton - Actress known for "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "The Politician."
  • Lucy Maud Montgomery - Author of "Anne of Green Gables" series.
  • Lucy Pinder - English model and actress.
  • Lucy Spraggan - British singer-songwriter and former "X Factor" contestant.
  • Lucy Hawking - Author and daughter of physicist Stephen Hawking.

Sisters for Lucy

Girl names closely related to Lucy

Brothers for Lucy

Boy names closely related to Lucy

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Lucy

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