Lucille
Lucille is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Light or bright one.
Origin and history
Lucille is a French feminine name derived from the Latin name Lucilla, a diminutive of Lucia. It ultimately traces back to the Latin word 'lux', meaning light. The name enjoyed immense popularity in the early-to-mid 20th century in the United States and has seen a stylish vintage revival in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
232,571 babies in the United States have been named Lucille since 1880. It ranks #172 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #267.
States where it is most popular
- NY (7.9 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
- OH (4.4 %)
- TX (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 1,108 |
| 1890-1900 | 5,105 |
| 1900-1910 | 15,041 |
| 1910-1920 | 56,147 |
| 1920-1930 | 63,883 |
| 1930-1940 | 30,843 |
| 1940-1950 | 20,453 |
| 1950-1960 | 12,048 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,418 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,402 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,053 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,215 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,212 |
| 2010-2019 | 9,650 |
| 2020-2029 | 6,993 |
Famous people named Lucille
- Lucille Ball: Actress, Comedian
- Lucille Clifton: Poet, Writer
Nicknames
Lucy, Lu, Lulu, Cille
Fun facts
- The name is a French diminutive form of Lucilla, which stems from the Latin noun 'lux'.
- Comedian Lucille Ball made the name a household staple in mid-century American television history.