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Lucious

♂ Boy

Pronounced LOO-shəs /ˈlu.ʃəs/High

Meaning: Spelling of Lucius — from Latin lux, 'light' — a classic Roman nameMedium

In 30 seconds: Born of light, richly spelled: Lucious styles Lucius — Latin 'light' — with a smooth, lush twist. Classical, bold, and bright (Empire's Lucious Lyon).

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Origin MediumLatin

MeaningSpelling of Lucius — from Latin lux, 'light' — a classic Roman name

U.S. rank (2025)#4207 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births25 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1926

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,830

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Lucious is a spelling of Lucius — from Latin lux, 'light' — one of the oldest Roman first names. The -ious spelling gives the classical name a lush, modern look (and an echo of 'luscious').

It registers thinly beside Lucius. Rare, light at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Lucius, from Latin lux, 'light', was a classic Roman name — and the TV drama Empire's Lucious Lyon gave this spelling modern flair (it also echoes 'luscious').

Overall data confidence 72%

Behind the Name — Lucius — root etymology

Variations

LuciusLusciousLucio

Nicknames

Luc

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Lucius— the standard spelling

Lucio— the Italian/Spanish form

Luca— a companion Luc- name

Lucian— a fellow light-rooted name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lucious mean?

Lucious spells Lucius, from Latin lux, 'light'.

How do you pronounce Lucious?

It's said LOO-shəs /ˈlu.ʃəs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lucious a boy or girl name?

Lucious is a boy's name.

How popular is Lucious?

Lucious is a rare spelling in the U.S.