Names Starting With L
BoyLatin#260 in 2025
Lucian
Lucian is a boys' name of Latin origin meaning “Light, born at daylight.” It ranked #260 in the United States in 2025.
Pronunciation
LOO-shuhn
Meaning & Origin
The name Lucian means “Light, born at daylight.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
From the Latin 'lux' (light). The 2nd-century satirist Lucian of Samosata is considered the father of science fiction. Bridges light and literary tradition.
Popularity Over Time
#3152023
#2852024
#2602025
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #260 |
| 2024 | #285 |
| 2023 | #315 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
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