The nameLucian
Lucian is a boy's name, the Romanian and English form of Lucien.
- Boy's name
- Latin
- Feast day
Meaning
Like Lucien, it comes from the Latin lux, "light".
Origin
Latin, through Romanian and English.
History
First given in France in the late 1990s, Lucian peaked around 2010 and is still given today.
Popularity of the name Lucian
Lucian in France
1010thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2010peak year (85 births)
950babies named Lucian in France since 1900
Lucian was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 550 births over the decade, 58% of all recorded babies named Lucian. Its rise began around 2002, and it peaked in 2010. Half of all babies named Lucian in France were born before 2014, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 39 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lucian mean?
Like Lucien, it comes from the Latin lux, "light".
What is the origin of the name Lucian?
Latin, through Romanian and English.
Is Lucian a girl's or a boy's name?
Lucian is a boy's name.