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Lucila

loo-THEE-lah

Lucila is a girl’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Spanish and Portuguese form of Lucilla, derived from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light'.”. It currently ranks #5523 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1982.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginSpanish

What Lucila Means

Spanish and Portuguese form of Lucilla, derived from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light'.

The Story of Lucila

This name carries the ancient Latin root for 'light,' a radiant promise of joy and brightness for your child.

Lucila is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Lucilla, which descends from the Latin word 'lux,' meaning 'light.' This etymological connection evokes illumination, clarity, and a radiant presence. First recorded in data in 1914, its journey through Spanish and Portuguese cultures led to a peak popularity in 1982, resonating with a timeless appeal for brightness and optimism.

To say 'Lucila' is to utter a soft glow. When you write it on a hospital bracelet, the letters seem to shimmer with inherent warmth. This name is for a daughter who you imagine will bring a brilliant light into your world, someone whose inherent optimism and cheerful spirit will brighten every room she enters. You can already feel the radiant energy she will bring.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

BrightIntelligentCheerfulOptimistic

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Peak Year

#40 in 1982

Total Births

2,458

First Recorded

1914

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