Lucien Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOO-shen / luːˈʃeɪnLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: light; French: light
Historical & Cultural Background
Lucien is derived from the Latin name 'Lucianus', which is related to 'lux', meaning light. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in France, where it gained popularity. The name has historical significance in literature and has been borne by several notable figures throughout history. Its use has fluctuated over time, reflecting broader naming trends in different eras.
Trend Summary
Lucien has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lucian
- Luc
- Luce
International Variants
- Luciano (Italian)
- Luca (Italian)
- Luzio (Italian)
- Lúcio (Portuguese)
- Luz (Spanish)
Famous people named Lucien
Lucien Freud was a British painter known for his intense and raw portraits.
Lucien Bouchard is a Canadian politician who served as the Premier of Quebec.
Lucien Piccard was a Swiss watchmaker renowned for his luxury timepieces.
Lucien Lévy-Bruhl was a French philosopher and sociologist known for his work on the philosophy of culture.
Fictional characters named Lucien
Lucien is a character in Neil Gaiman's 'The Sandman' series, serving as the librarian of the Dreaming.
Lucien is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy XIV', known for his role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lucien was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lucien has ranked as high as #1105 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Massachusetts, Louisiana, California, and Maine. In the past 5 years the name Lucien has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lucien (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 32 | |
TX | 21 | |
FL | 20 | |
NY | 13 | |
VA | 12 | |
PA | 12 | |
NC | 8 | |
OH | 8 | |
GA | 7 | |
MA | 7 | |
TN | 7 | |
WA | 6 | |
MD | 5 | |
AL | 5 | |
OR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 19 |
1881 | 11 |
1882 | 15 |
1883 | 11 |
1884 | 11 |
1885 | 14 |
1886 | 8 |
1887 | 11 |
1888 | 16 |
1889 | 12 |
1890 | 10 |
1891 | 12 |
1892 | 10 |
1893 | 13 |
1894 | 12 |
1895 | 13 |
1896 | 14 |
1897 | 13 |
1898 | 9 |
1899 | 14 |
1900 | 13 |
1901 | 8 |
1902 | 19 |
1903 | 16 |
1904 | 10 |
1905 | 18 |
1906 | 13 |
1907 | 14 |
1908 | 14 |
1909 | 30 |
1910 | 22 |
1911 | 36 |
1912 | 48 |
1913 | 78 |
1914 | 89 |
1915 | 125 |
1916 | 147 |
1917 | 119 |
1918 | 118 |
1919 | 129 |
1920 | 122 |
1921 | 141 |
1922 | 137 |
1923 | 158 |
1924 | 129 |
1925 | 132 |
1926 | 142 |
1927 | 145 |
1928 | 97 |
1929 | 82 |
1930 | 107 |
1931 | 98 |
1932 | 73 |
1933 | 76 |
1934 | 98 |
1935 | 54 |
1936 | 62 |
1937 | 47 |
1938 | 61 |
1939 | 63 |
1940 | 67 |
1941 | 73 |
1942 | 77 |
1943 | 75 |
1944 | 76 |
1945 | 57 |
1946 | 84 |
1947 | 85 |
1948 | 78 |
1949 | 73 |
1950 | 65 |
1951 | 47 |
1952 | 53 |
1953 | 54 |
1954 | 57 |
1955 | 53 |
1956 | 47 |
1957 | 53 |
1958 | 48 |
1959 | 41 |
1960 | 37 |
1961 | 45 |
1962 | 23 |
1963 | 33 |
1964 | 38 |
1965 | 29 |
1966 | 28 |
1967 | 41 |
1968 | 39 |
1969 | 32 |
1970 | 33 |
1971 | 35 |
1972 | 33 |
1973 | 28 |
1974 | 35 |
1975 | 30 |
1976 | 25 |
1977 | 33 |
1978 | 34 |
1979 | 35 |
1980 | 42 |
1981 | 33 |
1982 | 42 |
1983 | 29 |
1984 | 34 |
1985 | 42 |
1986 | 25 |
1987 | 27 |
1988 | 34 |
1989 | 36 |
1990 | 34 |
1991 | 35 |
1992 | 32 |
1993 | 31 |
1994 | 40 |
1995 | 20 |
1996 | 30 |
1997 | 38 |
1998 | 43 |
1999 | 34 |
2000 | 52 |
2001 | 81 |
2002 | 69 |
2003 | 69 |
2004 | 87 |
2005 | 113 |
2006 | 150 |
2007 | 141 |
2008 | 145 |
2009 | 152 |
2010 | 169 |
2011 | 164 |
2012 | 161 |
2013 | 173 |
2014 | 150 |
2015 | 162 |
2016 | 176 |
2017 | 167 |
2018 | 161 |
2019 | 167 |
2020 | 182 |
2021 | 179 |
2022 | 202 |
2023 | 250 |
2024 | 255 |