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Lacrecia
How to Pronounce Lacrecia
Pronounced luh-KREE-shah /ləˈkriːʃə/High
Meaning: Lacrecia is an American reshaping of Lucretia, sometimes read with a decorative La- opening. Lucretia is a Roman family name (gens Lucretia), traditionally connected to the Latin lucrum, 'profit' or 'gain'. The legendary Roman matron Lucretia gave the name a note of virtue and tragedy; Lacrecia softens the classical form into a warmer, more modern American sound.Low
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Lacrecia reworks Lucretia, an old Roman family name tied to the Latin for 'profit'. American parents refashioned the classical name with softer vowels and an added La- feel, producing Lacrecia and its cousin Latrecia.
Lacrecia stayed uncommon, given to only a couple dozen girls a year at its 1970s high and little used since. A Lacrecia from then is now approaching midlife, and the name blends a stately Roman root with a distinctly American flow.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Lacrecia mean?
It is an American form of Lucretia, a Roman family name linked to the Latin for 'profit' or 'wealth'.
How do you pronounce Lacrecia?
It is said luh-KREE-shah, three syllables with the stress on KREE.
Is Lacrecia a boy or girl name?
Lacrecia is used as a girl's name.
Is Lacrecia a popular name?
No, Lacrecia was always rare, an uncommon form of Lucretia that saw only light use in the later twentieth century.