Lucian
Lucian is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Light or born at dawn.
Origin and history
Lucian is a male given name derived from the Latin name Lucianus, which stems from Lucius. Historically associated with classical authors and early saints, it has maintained a refined presence over centuries. In the United States, the name has seen a steady rise in popularity in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
14,469 babies in the United States have been named Lucian since 1880. It ranks #987 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #522.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.8 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- NY (8.3 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
- KY (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 219 |
| 1890-1900 | 160 |
| 1900-1910 | 162 |
| 1910-1920 | 770 |
| 1920-1930 | 957 |
| 1930-1940 | 546 |
| 1940-1950 | 490 |
| 1950-1960 | 448 |
| 1960-1970 | 300 |
| 1970-1980 | 272 |
| 1980-1990 | 300 |
| 1990-2000 | 372 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,873 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,249 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,351 |
Famous people named Lucian
- Lucian Freud: Painter, Artist
- Lucian of Samosata: Satirist, Rhetorician
Nicknames
Luke, Luce
Fun facts
- Lucian of Samosata was a famous 2nd-century Syrian-Greek rhetorician and satirist known for his witty dialogues.
- Lucian shares its underlying root, the Latin word 'lux' (meaning light), with names like Lucius, Lucy, and Lucia.