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Luthien

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Pronounced LOO-thee-en /ˈlu.θi.ɛn/Medium

Meaning: A literary name coined by J.R.R. Tolkien for an Elf-maiden, variously glossed 'a daughter of flowers; enchantress'; no traditional root; we note the pop-culture linkLow

In 30 seconds: A daughter of flowers; enchantress: Luthien is a Tolkien name. Lyrical, modern, and warm (said 'LOO-thee-en'). We note the pop-culture link.
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Origin LowAmerican, Literary
MeaningA literary name coined by J.R.R. Tolkien for an Elf-maiden, variously glossed 'a daughter of flowers; enchantress'; no traditional root; we note the pop-culture link
U.S. rank (2025)#10578 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 83

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320152025

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

Luthien is a literary name coined by J.R.R. Tolkien for an Elf-maiden, variously glossed 'a daughter of flowers; enchantress'; no traditional root (we note the pop-culture link). A lyrical, modern name (said 'LOO-thee-en').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, boosted by Tolkien fandom. Rare, a-daughter-of-flowers at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Luthien is a literary name coined by Tolkien for an Elf-maiden, variously 'a daughter of flowers; enchantress' — a lyrical, distinctive name (we note the pop-culture link; said 'LOO-thee-en').
Overall data confidence 24%
References — Luthien — literary; Tolkien

Variations

LuthienaLuthiene

Nicknames

Luthi

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Galadriel— a companion Tolkien girls' name
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Layklen— lands in the same popularity range
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Luthien mean?

Luthien is a literary name coined by Tolkien for an Elf-maiden, variously 'a daughter of flowers; enchantress'. We note the pop-culture link.

How do you pronounce Luthien?

It's said LOO-thee-en /ˈlu.θi.ɛn/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Luthien a boy or girl name?

Luthien is a girl's name.

How popular is Luthien?

Luthien is a very rare name in the U.S.

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