Find out how popular the last name Lucious is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Lucious.

Lucious, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Lucious surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lucious in America

Lucious is the 30250th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lucious surname appeared 774 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Lucious.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lucious to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Lucious

The surname Lucious can be traced back to the Old French language and originates from the regions of what is now northern France and parts of Belgium. It is believed to have derived from the Latin word "lux," meaning light or brightness, and the name may have been given to someone who was known for their radiant appearance or sunny disposition.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landowners and properties in England conducted in 1086 under the order of William the Conqueror. The name appears as "Lucious" in this historical document, indicating its presence in England at that time.

During the Middle Ages, the name Lucious was particularly prevalent in the regions of Normandy and Picardy in northern France. It is possible that the name may have been associated with certain noble families or landowners in these areas, as surnames were often adopted to distinguish different branches of prominent families.

In the 14th century, a notable individual named Jacques Lucious was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Rouen, Normandy. Records indicate that he was involved in the trade of fine textiles and owned several properties within the city.

Another historical figure with the surname Lucious was Marguerite Lucious, a French noblewoman born in 1512. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of various cultural initiatives during the Renaissance period.

In the 17th century, the Lucious family had established a presence in England, with several members holding positions within the clergy and academia. One such individual was William Lucious (1635-1712), who served as the Dean of Christ Church, Oxford, and was renowned for his scholarly works on theology and philosophy.

The name Lucious also has connections to various place names and locations throughout history. For example, the village of Lucious-sur-Mer in Normandy, France, may have derived its name from the Lucious family who had settled in the area during the Middle Ages.

Other notable individuals with the surname Lucious include:

1. Henri Lucious (1816-1884), a French painter known for his landscapes and portraits.
2. Émilie Lucious (1865-1931), a Belgian author and feminist activist who advocated for women's rights and education.
3. Charles Lucious (1879-1962), a British architect who designed several prominent buildings in London during the early 20th century.
4. Marie Lucious (1903-1987), a French resistance fighter who played a crucial role in the French Resistance movement during World War II.
5. Robert Lucious (1922-2005), an American journalist and war correspondent who covered major conflicts throughout the 20th century.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lucious

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Lucious.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Lucious was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Lucious has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Lucious was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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