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Lucy

LOO-see

Popularity

#34

stable

Letters

4

Syllables

2

Origin

Latin

Total Births

231,379

Peak Year

#5,396 in 2024

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Lucy is an English and French name derived from the Roman name Lucia, the feminine form of Lucius. Lucius comes from the Latin 'lux' meaning 'light'.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Lucy Liu

    American actress and artist.

  • Lucille Ball

    American actress and comedian.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

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