Lucio
Lucio is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Light or born at dawn.
Origin and history
Lucio is a masculine name derived from the Latin name Lucius, which is rooted in the word for light. It is widely used in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking cultures. In the United States, it maintains a steady, moderate usage as a classic traditional option with modern appeal.
Popularity in the United States
6,286 babies in the United States have been named Lucio since 1880. It ranks #1523 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1254.
States where it is most popular
- TX (52.5 %)
- CA (36 %)
- IL (3.3 %)
- FL (2.4 %)
- NY (2.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 19 |
| 1910-1920 | 126 |
| 1920-1930 | 350 |
| 1930-1940 | 268 |
| 1940-1950 | 315 |
| 1950-1960 | 339 |
| 1960-1970 | 370 |
| 1970-1980 | 500 |
| 1980-1990 | 604 |
| 1990-2000 | 826 |
| 2000-2010 | 967 |
| 2010-2019 | 884 |
| 2020-2029 | 718 |
Famous people named Lucio
- Lucio Fontana: Artist, Painter
- Lucio Dalla: Musician, Singer-songwriter
- Lucio Fulci: Film Director, Screenwriter
Fun facts
- Lucio originates from Lucius, which was one of the most common praenomina (given names) in ancient Rome.
- The root 'lux' literally translates to light, historically given to children born at daybreak.