Lux Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationluhks / /lʌks/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: light; English: brightness
Historical & Cultural Background
In Latin, 'lux' directly translates to 'light' and has been used in various contexts, including literature and philosophy. In English, the name has been adopted more recently and is often associated with brightness and clarity.
Similar Names
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Variants
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International Variants
- Luz (Spanish)
- Luc (French)
- Luca (Italian)
Famous people named Lux
Lux Interior — musician.
Lux Aeterna — musical composition.
Fictional characters named Lux
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lux was first seen in the United States in 2001. Lux has ranked as high as #1163 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Lux has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lux (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| UT | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| OK | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| IA | 5 | |
| SD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 85 |
| 2019 | 110 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 191 |
| 2022 | 230 |
| 2023 | 181 |
| 2024 | 164 |