Lucilla

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Lucilla Pronunciation

Lucilla is pronounced loo-SIL-ah /luˈsɪl.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: A Latin diminutive of Lucia — from Latin lux, 'light'; 'light; little light'Medium

In 30 seconds: Light; little light: Lucilla is a diminutive of Lucia — 'light'. Lyrical, classic, and warm (said 'loo-SIL-ah').

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Origin MediumLatin

MeaningA Latin diminutive of Lucia — from Latin lux, 'light'; 'light; little light'

U.S. rank (2024)#6277 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1955

Total births (all-time)≈ 946

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Lucilla is a Latin diminutive of Lucia — from lux, 'light' — 'light; little light'. Borne by a Roman empress and early saints. A lyrical, classic name across Italian and Latin worlds (said 'loo-SIL-ah'; nicknames Lucy, Lulu).

In the U.S. it appears in Italian and classic-loving families. Rare, light-and-little-light at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Lucia means 'light' (Latin lux) — Lucilla is its graceful diminutive, 'little light' — a lyrical, classic name borne by a Roman empress and saints (said 'loo-SIL-ah').

Overall data confidence 65%

Behind the Name — Lucilla — root etymology

Variations

LuciaLucilleLucila

Nicknames

Lucy

Themes & Styles

Latin Classic Italian

If you like Lucilla…

Lucia— the root name

Lucille— the French diminutive

Camilla— a sound-neighbor -illa girls' name

Priscilla— another -illa girls' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Lucilla?

Lucilla is pronounced loo-SIL-ah (/luˈsɪl.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Lucilla said aloud.

How do you say Lucilla?

Lucilla is said loo-SIL-ah (/luˈsɪl.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Lucilla said aloud.

What does the name Lucilla mean?

Lucilla is a diminutive of Lucia — Latin 'light; little light'.

Is Lucilla a boy or girl name?

Lucilla is a girl's name.

How popular is Lucilla?

Lucilla is a rare name in the U.S.