NAME PROFILE

Lucien

Lucien is a French name meaning 'light' or 'illumination,' derived from the Latin 'lux.' It conveys an aura of brilliance and clarity, often associated with intelligence and creativity.

Key Stats

Total births9,998
GenderMale (53% / 47%)
Peak year2025
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1911
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 27%MA — 22%LA — 21%ME — 16%CA — 15%

Notable People

Lucien Freud (Painter, known for his intense figurative works) · Lucien Bouchard (Politician, former Premier of Quebec) · Lucien Lévy (Mathematician, known for contributions to number theory) · Lucien Picard (Watchmaker, founder of the luxury watch brand) · Lucien Smith (Artist, known for his abstract works)

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