Lucky Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationLUH-kee / ˈlʌkiEnglish; Irish
Meaning
English: fortunate; Irish: lucky
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lucky is often associated with good fortune and positive outcomes. In English-speaking cultures, it has been used as a given name since the 20th century. In Irish culture, it may also reflect a sense of charm and serendipity. The name has gained popularity in various contexts, including popular culture and media.
Trend Summary
The name Lucky has seen occasional use in the United States but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Luckie
International Variants
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Famous people named Lucky
Lucky Luciano was an Italian-American mobster who is considered the father of modern organized crime in the United States.
Lucky Dube was a South African reggae musician known for his contributions to the genre and his advocacy for social issues.
Fictional characters named Lucky
Lucky the Leprechaun is a character from the Lucky Charms cereal brand, known for his cheerful demeanor and magical abilities.
Lucky is a character in the animated series 'The Lucky One,' where he is depicted as a charming and adventurous dog.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lucky was first seen in the United States in 1912. Lucky has ranked as high as #1274 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Minnesota, Michigan, and Wisconsin. In the past 5 years the name Lucky has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lucky (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 20 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 22 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 24 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 36 |
| 1944 | 39 |
| 1945 | 48 |
| 1946 | 35 |
| 1947 | 49 |
| 1948 | 34 |
| 1949 | 40 |
| 1950 | 39 |
| 1951 | 31 |
| 1952 | 38 |
| 1953 | 47 |
| 1954 | 45 |
| 1955 | 35 |
| 1956 | 43 |
| 1957 | 26 |
| 1958 | 33 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 50 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 36 |
| 1963 | 30 |
| 1964 | 34 |
| 1965 | 34 |
| 1966 | 30 |
| 1967 | 34 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 28 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 15 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 29 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 52 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 45 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 68 |
| 2006 | 70 |
| 2007 | 63 |
| 2008 | 57 |
| 2009 | 53 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 37 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 43 |
| 2016 | 56 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 44 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 70 |
| 2022 | 58 |
| 2023 | 46 |
| 2024 | 86 |