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Lucee

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Pronounced LOO-see /ˈluː.si/High

Meaning: A modern respelling of Lucy, from the Latin lux ('light') via Lucia — 'light; born at daybreak.' The -ee ending gives it a playful, current finish.Low

In 30 seconds: A playful spelling of Lucy: Lucee means 'light' (said 'LOO-see'). Bright and modern.
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Origin MediumLatin, English
MeaningA modern respelling of Lucy, from the Latin lux ('light') via Lucia — 'light; born at daybreak.' The -ee ending gives it a playful, current finish.
U.S. rank (2023)#14451 ↘ Falling
2023 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 97

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201420062023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lucee is a modern spelling of Lucy, from Latin lux ('light') by way of Lucia, 'light; born at dawn.' The -ee ending reads playful and contemporary — rare in the U.S. (said 'LOO-see').

It appears rarely, next to the popular Lucy. Rare, bright, and modern.

Did you know? Lucee respells Lucy — from the Latin lux, 'light' — with a breezy -ee ending, keeping the classic's radiance in a fresh, current look (said 'LOO-see').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Lucee — Lucy respelling; Latin 'light'

Variations

LucyLucieLucia

Nicknames

LuCee

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If you like Lucee…

Lucy— the classic it respells
Lucie— a like spelling cousin
Lucia— the Latin form behind it
Macy— a like breezy -ee name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lucee mean?

Lucee is a form of Lucy, from the Latin lux — 'light; born at daybreak.'

How do you pronounce Lucee?

It's said LOO-see /ˈluː.si/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lucee a boy or girl name?

Lucee is a girl's name.

How popular is Lucee?

Lucee is a rare name in the U.S.

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