The nameLuce
Luce is a French girl's name of Latin origin meaning "light". It has been coming back into fashion since the 2010s.
- Girl's name
- Latin
- Feast day
Meaning
Luce comes from the Latin lux, lucis, "light".
Origin
Latin. It is an old form of Lucie (Lucy).
History
The name has been coming back into fashion in France since the 2010s. Girls named Luce celebrate their name day on Saint Lucy's feast.
Popularity of the name Luce
Luce in France
Luce was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 1,490 births over the decade, 16% of all recorded babies named Luce. Half of all babies named Luce in France were born before 1953, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 148 births a year.
Variants and related names
Luce in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luce mean?
Luce comes from the Latin lux, lucis, "light".
What is the origin of the name Luce?
Latin. It is an old form of Lucie (Lucy).
Is Luce a girl's or a boy's name?
Luce is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Luce?
Variants and related names of Luce include Lucie.