Lucifer Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOO-sih-fur / /ˈluːsɪfər/Latin; Hebrew
Meaning
light-bringer (Latin); morning star (Hebrew)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Latin, 'Lucifer' means 'light-bringer' and is often associated with the planet Venus. In Hebrew tradition, it refers to the 'morning star' and is linked to a passage in the Book of Isaiah. The name has been historically associated with both positive and negative connotations, particularly in Christian theology.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Lucifero
- Lucefer
- Luciferus
International Variants
- Luzifer (German)
- Lucifero (Italian)
Famous people named Lucifer
Lucifer — character in Christian theology.
Lucifer Morningstar — character in 'The Sandman' series.
Fictional characters named Lucifer
Lucifer — 'Lucifer' (TV series).
Lucifer — 'The Sandman' (comic series).
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lucifer was first seen in the United States in 2002. Lucifer has ranked as high as #1293 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Utah, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Lucifer has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lucifer (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 56 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 47 |