Lucia
Lucia is a Christian girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Light”.
| Meaning | Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | loo-CHEE-uh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Italy, Spain, Sweden, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Lucia
Lucia is the feminine form of the Roman name Lucius, from lux, 'light', possibly once given to children born at daybreak. Saint Lucy, or Lucia, of Syracuse was martyred around 304 and is celebrated with candlelit processions on 13 December, especially in Sweden. Pronunciation varies: 'loo-CHEE-a' in Italian, 'loo-THEE-a' or 'loo-SEE-a' in Spanish. Its many forms across Europe show how widely the saint was venerated.
Is Lucia a Christian name?
Lucia is a Christian name honouring Saint Lucy of Syracuse, patron of the blind; her feast is a major winter festival in Scandinavia and Italy.
How popular is Lucia?
Very popular in Spain and Italy and well used elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Lucia
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Spellings and variants of Lucia
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lucia mean?
Lucia means 'Light'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Lucia a Christian name?
Lucia is a Christian name honouring Saint Lucy of Syracuse, patron of the blind; her feast is a major winter festival in Scandinavia and Italy.
How do you pronounce Lucia?
Lucia is pronounced loo-CHEE-uh.
Is Lucia a boy or girl name?
Lucia is usually a girl name.