Lucidi
An Italian surname derived from the Latin word "lucidus" meaning clear or bright.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 308 Americans carry the last name Lucidi. That puts it at #73,666 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,112,839 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Lucidi surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
308
1 in 1,112,839
Census rank
#73,666
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
263
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 263 bearers of the surname Lucidi in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 73666th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Lucidi, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.6%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (1.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Lucidi
The surname Lucidi is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin word "lucidus" meaning "bright" or "shining." The earliest known records of this name can be traced back to the 12th century in the region of Tuscany, Italy.
Lucidi is believed to have originated as a nickname or descriptive name given to individuals with bright or radiant personalities or those who possessed a certain brightness or clarity in their appearance or demeanor. It may have also been given to those engaged in professions or trades that involved working with light or illumination, such as candle makers or lantern bearers.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Lucidi name can be found in a 13th-century manuscript from the city of Siena, where a certain Guido Lucidi is mentioned as a prominent merchant and landowner. Another notable figure from this period was Giacomo Lucidi, a renowned artist and fresco painter active in Florence during the late 14th century.
In the 15th century, the Lucidi family gained prominence in the city of Pisa, where they were known for their involvement in the textile trade. One member of this family, Giovanni Lucidi (1425-1498), was a respected merchant and diplomat who represented the Republic of Pisa in negotiations with neighboring cities.
During the Renaissance period, the Lucidi name was also associated with the arts and intellectual pursuits. Andrea Lucidi (1495-1572), a scholar and humanist from Arezzo, was a renowned teacher and writer who authored several works on philosophy and rhetoric.
In the 18th century, the Lucidi surname gained further recognition through the achievements of Gian Domenico Lucidi (1708-1784), a celebrated architect and engineer from Rome. His most notable works include the design of several churches and palaces in the city, as well as the renovation of the ancient Roman aqueducts.
Throughout the centuries, the Lucidi name has been found in various parts of Italy, with notable concentrations in the regions of Tuscany, Lazio, and Umbria. While the spelling has remained relatively consistent, some variations such as Lucido and Lucida have also been recorded.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Lucidi
Among Census respondents with the surname Lucidi, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.6%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (1.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Lucidi bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Lucidi surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White96.6%
- Two or more races1.9%
- Unknown or suppressed1.5%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Lucidi surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #75,695 | #73,666 | 2.7% |
| Count | 237 | 263 | 11.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Lucidi bearers went from 237 to 263 (+11.0% change). The surname moved up 2,029 positions in the national ranking, going from #75,695 to #73,666.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Lucidi
FAQ
Lucidi surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Lucidi?
The surname Lucidi holds position #73,666 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 308 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Lucidi surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Lucidi, the largest self-reported group is White at 96.6%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (1.9%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.