Lucilia
“Light”
Latin origin · Girl name
#6819US 2023
17Births / yr
↑Rising
115All-time births
📅 Since 200700
How to pronounce Lucilia
LOO·KIL·EE·uh
/ˈluː.ˈkɪl.ˈiː.ə/ · stress on LOO · 4 syllables
“Light”
Latin origin · Girl name
What does Lucilia mean and where does it come from?
The name Lucilia is a feminine variant of the Latin name Lucilius and is derived from the Latin word 'lux' meaning 'light'. It has historical significance, as it was used in ancient Roman times. Lucilia has been a popular name in Italy and other regions influenced by Latin, symbolizing illumination
Cultural significance
Lucilia has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Latin-speaking communities, where it reflects values of light.
Peak popularity
Reached #8535 in 2013 — currently #6819 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Lucilia?
Lucilia works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Lucilia Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Lucilia Rose
Floral · soft ending
Lucilia Mae
Sweet · timeless
Lucilia Claire
French influence · crisp
Lucilia Jane
Literary · strong
Lucilia Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Lucilia right now?
Rising fast — up 673 spots — currently #6819 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Lucilia
Lucilia is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 115 total births recorded, Lucilia remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19077 in 2010 to #6819 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Lucilia in 2013:
Lucilia by decade
Lucilia peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 20 | |
| 2010s ★ | 89 | |
| 2020s | 6 |
Lucilia has only 115 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Lucilia?
Common
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Famous people named Lucilia
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Lucilia (Roman senator or statesman)
Lucilia held this name during the height of Roman civilization, when Latin names spread across Europe.
What names sound and feel like Lucilia?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Lucilia also consider these
How is Lucilia written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Lucilia?
Lucilius ANCIENT ROMANLucilio ITALIANLoukianos ANCIENT GREEKLoukios ANCIENT ROMANLucia ANCIENT ROMANLuciana ANCIENT ROMANLucianus ANCIENT ROMANLucilla ANCIENT ROMANLucius ANCIENT ROMANLuken BASQUELoukios BIBLICAL GREEKLucius BIBLICALLlúcia CATALANLuca CROATIANLucija CROATIANLucijan CROATIANLucie CZECHLucia DANISHLuus DUTCHLucetta ENGLISHLucia ENGLISHLucian ENGLISHLucile ENGLISHLucille ENGLISHLucinda ENGLISHLucius ENGLISHLucy ENGLISHLuce FRENCHLucette FRENCHLucie FRENCHLucien FRENCHLucienne FRENCHLucile FRENCHLucille FRENCHLucinde FRENCHLucia GERMANLuzia GERMANLuca HUNGARIANLuce ITALIANLucia ITALIANLuciana ITALIANLuciano ITALIANLucilla ITALIANLucio ITALIANLūcija LATVIANLuus LIMBURGISHLucinda LITERATURELiucija LITHUANIANLucia NORWEGIANŁucja POLISHLucja POLISHŁucjan POLISHLucjan POLISHLucjusz POLISHLucyna POLISHLúcia PORTUGUESELuciana PORTUGUESELuciano PORTUGUESELucinda PORTUGUESELúcio PORTUGUESELuzia PORTUGUESELucia ROMANIANLucian ROMANIANLiùsaidh SCOTTISHLucia SLOVAKLucija SLOVENELucía SPANISHLuciana SPANISHLuciano SPANISHLucila SPANISHLucio SPANISHLucia SWEDISHLleucu WELSH
Common questions about the name Lucilia
What does the name Lucilia mean?
Lucilia means "Light" — a name rooted in Latin tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Lucilia?
Lucilia is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Lucilia have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Lucilia?
Lucilia originates from Latin tradition. Latin names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Lucilia?
Lucilia is a four-syllable name pronounced L UW1 K IH1 L IY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Lucilia?
Lucilia pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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