Lucius Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLOO-shus / ˈluːʃəsLatin; Ancient Roman
Meaning
Latin: light; Ancient Roman: the light-bringer
Historical & Cultural Background
Lucius is a name of Latin origin, commonly used in Ancient Rome. It was borne by several notable figures in Roman history, including Lucius Cornelius Sulla, a Roman general and dictator. The name has been popular in various cultures and has been used in literature and religious texts. It has also been associated with the concept of enlightenment and illumination.
Trend Summary
Lucius has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Luc
- Lucian
International Variants
- Luca (Italian)
- Lúcio (Portuguese)
- Lukas (German)
- Luca (Spanish)
Famous people named Lucius
Lucius Annaeus Seneca was a Roman Stoic philosopher, statesman, and dramatist known for his works on ethics.
Lucius Malfoy is a character in the Harry Potter series, known for being a prominent antagonist.
Lucius Fox is a character in the Batman franchise, serving as a key ally to Bruce Wayne.
Lucius Verus was a Roman Emperor who ruled alongside Marcus Aurelius in the 2nd century.
Fictional characters named Lucius
Lucius Fox appears in the Batman franchise as a key figure in Wayne Enterprises.
Lucius Malfoy is a character in the Harry Potter series, known for his role as a Death Eater.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lucius was first seen in the United States in 1880. Lucius has ranked as high as #1232 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, California, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Lucius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lucius (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 21 | |
PA | 9 | |
TX | 9 | |
FL | 7 | |
NY | 7 | |
MD | 6 | |
OH | 5 | |
AZ | 5 | |
WA | 5 | |
GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 38 |
1881 | 38 |
1882 | 42 |
1883 | 25 |
1884 | 31 |
1885 | 39 |
1886 | 30 |
1887 | 24 |
1888 | 34 |
1889 | 26 |
1890 | 30 |
1891 | 21 |
1892 | 34 |
1893 | 29 |
1894 | 30 |
1895 | 28 |
1896 | 27 |
1897 | 37 |
1898 | 28 |
1899 | 27 |
1900 | 40 |
1901 | 30 |
1902 | 36 |
1903 | 25 |
1904 | 30 |
1905 | 37 |
1906 | 36 |
1907 | 40 |
1908 | 34 |
1909 | 43 |
1910 | 48 |
1911 | 37 |
1912 | 91 |
1913 | 90 |
1914 | 105 |
1915 | 119 |
1916 | 151 |
1917 | 111 |
1918 | 135 |
1919 | 142 |
1920 | 138 |
1921 | 134 |
1922 | 132 |
1923 | 106 |
1924 | 118 |
1925 | 101 |
1926 | 118 |
1927 | 118 |
1928 | 97 |
1929 | 80 |
1930 | 85 |
1931 | 70 |
1932 | 105 |
1933 | 78 |
1934 | 66 |
1935 | 72 |
1936 | 63 |
1937 | 81 |
1938 | 94 |
1939 | 85 |
1940 | 70 |
1941 | 78 |
1942 | 62 |
1943 | 105 |
1944 | 60 |
1945 | 73 |
1946 | 71 |
1947 | 81 |
1948 | 90 |
1949 | 87 |
1950 | 76 |
1951 | 97 |
1952 | 76 |
1953 | 83 |
1954 | 60 |
1955 | 68 |
1956 | 72 |
1957 | 76 |
1958 | 61 |
1959 | 68 |
1960 | 59 |
1961 | 61 |
1962 | 47 |
1963 | 51 |
1964 | 46 |
1965 | 44 |
1966 | 49 |
1967 | 56 |
1968 | 59 |
1969 | 41 |
1970 | 41 |
1971 | 46 |
1972 | 39 |
1973 | 43 |
1974 | 33 |
1975 | 34 |
1976 | 46 |
1977 | 34 |
1978 | 49 |
1979 | 48 |
1980 | 46 |
1981 | 46 |
1982 | 39 |
1983 | 40 |
1984 | 32 |
1985 | 30 |
1986 | 24 |
1987 | 30 |
1988 | 33 |
1989 | 34 |
1990 | 33 |
1991 | 28 |
1992 | 27 |
1993 | 28 |
1994 | 20 |
1995 | 14 |
1996 | 35 |
1997 | 21 |
1998 | 24 |
1999 | 18 |
2000 | 28 |
2001 | 47 |
2002 | 51 |
2003 | 48 |
2004 | 70 |
2005 | 109 |
2006 | 136 |
2007 | 140 |
2008 | 127 |
2009 | 130 |
2010 | 129 |
2011 | 127 |
2012 | 118 |
2013 | 125 |
2014 | 122 |
2015 | 137 |
2016 | 160 |
2017 | 124 |
2018 | 128 |
2019 | 144 |
2020 | 153 |
2021 | 134 |
2022 | 161 |
2023 | 154 |
2024 | 135 |