Lucinda
Lucinda is a girl name of Latin, via Spanish literature origin, meaning “Light”.
| Meaning | Light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish literature |
| Pronunciation | loo-SIN-duh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Lucinda
Lucinda is an elaboration of Lucia, based on Latin lux, 'light'. It appears in Cervantes's Don Quixote (1605) and became fashionable in English literature and society afterwards. The country singer Lucinda Williams is a modern bearer. It is often shortened to Lucy or Cindy. Writers of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries used it as a fashionable poetic name for a beloved, alongside names such as Belinda and Clarinda. Today it is chosen mainly by parents who like vintage names with a soft sound.
Is Lucinda a religious name?
Lucinda is a literary name with no religious tradition of its own, though it shares its root with Saint Lucy's name.
How popular is Lucinda?
Uncommon; best known in Britain.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lucinda mean?
Lucinda means 'Light'. It is of Latin, via Spanish literature origin.
Does Lucinda have a religious meaning?
Lucinda is a literary name with no religious tradition of its own, though it shares its root with Saint Lucy's name.
How do you pronounce Lucinda?
Lucinda is pronounced loo-SIN-duh.
Is Lucinda a boy or girl name?
Lucinda is usually a girl name.