Lucretia
Lucretia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Profitable, wealthy, or belonging to the Lucretius gens.
Origin and history
Lucretia is a classic name of Ancient Roman origin, derived from the family name Lucretius, which is associated with wealth or profit. It held significant fame in classical antiquity and saw moderate historical usage in the English-speaking world. Though rarely given to newborns today, it remains a distinguished traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
10,430 babies in the United States have been named Lucretia since 1880. It ranks #1592 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2093.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.7 %)
- TX (10.8 %)
- PA (8.7 %)
- CA (8.4 %)
- FL (7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 365 |
| 1890-1900 | 302 |
| 1900-1910 | 319 |
| 1910-1920 | 657 |
| 1920-1930 | 902 |
| 1930-1940 | 841 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,288 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,311 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,552 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,568 |
| 1980-1990 | 842 |
| 1990-2000 | 365 |
| 2000-2010 | 70 |
| 2010-2019 | 40 |
| 2020-2029 | 8 |
Famous people named Lucretia
- Lucretia Mott: Abolitionist, Activist
- Lucretia Garfield: First Lady
Nicknames
Lucy, Loo, Crecia
Fun facts
- In Roman tradition, Lucretia was a legendary noblewoman whose tragedy led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the rise of the Roman Republic.
- Lucretia Mott was a famous 19th-century American abolitionist and women's rights advocate.