Find out how popular the first name Lucille has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lucille by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Lucille is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 1,102 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Lucille.

The history of the first name Lucille

The name Lucille has its origins in the Latin language and can be traced back to ancient Roman times. It is derived from the Latin word "lux," meaning light, and is a feminine form of the masculine name Lucius. The name was popular among the Romans and was often given to girls born at dawn or during daylight hours.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lucille can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Livy, who mentioned a woman named Lucilla in his work "Ab Urbe Condita" (History of Rome). This work, written in the 1st century BC, provides a glimpse into the use of the name during the Roman Republic.

In the early days of Christianity, the name Lucille gained additional significance as it was associated with the Latin word "lucerna," meaning lamp or lantern. This connection made the name appealing to Christian families who saw it as a symbol of light and spiritual enlightenment.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Lucille experienced a resurgence in popularity across Europe, particularly in France and Italy. One notable bearer of the name was Lucille of Navarre (1170-1239), a noblewoman and countess who played a significant role in the political and religious affairs of her time.

As the Renaissance period dawned, the name Lucille continued to be used, and several notable figures bore this moniker. Among them was Lucille de Souvré (1565-1637), a French courtier and lady-in-waiting to Queen Marie de' Medici.

In the 19th century, the name Lucille gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and United Kingdom. One famous bearer of the name was Lucille Ball (1911-1989), an American actress, comedian, and television pioneer who starred in the iconic sitcom "I Love Lucy."

Other notable figures named Lucille throughout history include Lucille Désirée Godard (1776-1834), a French writer and poet; Lucille Fay LeSueur (1868-1946), an American opera singer better known as Joan Crawford; and Lucille Ricksen (1909-1925), a famous American child actress of the silent film era.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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