Lucrecia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: loo-KRAY-sha /luːˈkreɪʃə/
Origin: Latin; Italian
Meaning: Latin: wealth; Italian: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lucrecia has its roots in the Latin name "Lucretia," which is derived from the Latin word "lucrum," meaning "profit" or "gain." This name was used in ancient Rome and is associated with the legendary figure Lucretia, a noblewoman whose tragic story is recounted by historians such as Livy in the 1st century BCE. Lucretia's tale, which centers on themes of honor and virtue, ultimately led to the overthrow of the last Roman king, Tarquin the Proud, and the establishment of the Roman Republic in the 6th century BCE.
The name thus carries connotations of moral integrity and social justice, reflecting the values of the time. The name Lucretia gained prominence during the Renaissance, a period marked by a revival of interest in classical antiquity.
It was during this era that the name was popularized in various forms across Europe, including Lucrecia in Spanish and Lucrezia in Italian. The name appears in notable literary works, such as Shakespeare's "The Rape of Lucrece" (1594), which further cemented its cultural significance.
This poem explores the themes of honor, tragedy, and the consequences of betrayal, echoing the historical narrative of the original Lucretia. Culturally, Lucrecia has been associated with themes of virtue and sacrifice, often symbolizing the struggle for justice and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals.
The name has been embraced in various artistic representations, including paintings and operas, which depict the story of Lucretia and her impact on Roman history. Additionally, diminutive forms such as "Lucy" have emerged, reflecting the name's adaptability across different cultures and languages.
Overall, Lucrecia embodies a rich historical legacy that resonates with themes of integrity and societal change.
Famous people named Lucrecia
In this section, you will find notable people named Lucrecia. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Lucrecia who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Lucrecia who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Lucrecia Martel is a filmmaker best known for La Ciénaga, The Headless Woman, and Zama.
Lucrecia Bori is a soprano best known for her performances in operas and concerts throughout Europe.
Fictional characters named Lucrecia
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Lucrecia is a fictional character from the video game series Castlevania. She is a powerful sorceress who plays a significant role in the story of Castlevania: Lament of Innocence.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lucrecia was first seen in the United States in 1916.
Lucrecia has ranked as high as #4097 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Lucrecia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lucrecia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lucrecia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lucrecia.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 | 11 |
| 2023 | 12 | 12 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 |
| 2020 | 12 | 12 |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 2018 | 11 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 |
| 2010 | 9 | 9 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 7 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 12 | 12 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 | 8 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 |
| 1998 | 7 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 |
| 1995 | 12 | 12 |
| 1994 | 8 | 8 |
| 1993 | 19 | 19 |
| 1992 | 9 | 9 |
| 1991 | 13 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 | 12 |
| 1989 | 11 | 11 |
| 1988 | 16 | 16 |
| 1987 | 15 | 15 |
| 1986 | 14 | 14 |
| 1985 | 17 | 17 |
| 1984 | 13 | 13 |
| 1983 | 10 | 10 |
| 1982 | 13 | 13 |
| 1981 | 21 | 21 |
| 1980 | 25 | 25 |
| 1979 | 24 | 24 |
| 1978 | 21 | 21 |
| 1977 | 32 | 32 |
| 1976 | 25 | 25 |
| 1975 | 16 | 16 |
| 1974 | 29 | 29 |
| 1973 | 24 | 24 |
| 1972 | 12 | 12 |
| 1971 | 25 | 25 |
| 1970 | 31 | 31 |
| 1969 | 19 | 19 |
| 1968 | 16 | 16 |
| 1967 | 14 | 14 |
| 1966 | 11 | 11 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 |
| 1964 | 15 | 15 |
| 1963 | 13 | 13 |
| 1962 | 17 | 17 |
| 1961 | 16 | 16 |
| 1960 | 12 | 12 |
| 1959 | 11 | 11 |
| 1958 | 7 | 7 |
| 1957 | 11 | 11 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 6 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 | 8 |
| 1953 | 8 | 8 |
| 1952 | 5 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 | 5 |
| 1950 | 8 | 8 |
| 1949 | 8 | 8 |
| 1948 | 7 | 7 |
| 1946 | 13 | 13 |
| 1945 | 13 | 13 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 |
| 1942 | 9 | 9 |
| 1941 | 12 | 12 |
| 1940 | 12 | 12 |
| 1938 | 6 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 | 10 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1932 | 8 | 8 |
| 1930 | 6 | 6 |
| 1929 | 5 | 5 |
| 1928 | 6 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 | 6 |
| 1921 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 | 7 |
| 1916 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Lucrecia (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |