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Luciella

loo-see-EL-uh · Diminutive of Lucia, meaning 'light'.

2025 rank (girls)
#7,491
Babies named in 2025
14
Peak popularity
2021
2025 frequency
1 in 114,805 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2012

Rising since 2012, #7,491 for girls today.

Popularity of Luciella since 2011

Babies named Luciella per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511162020Most births 2021Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2010s49
2020s51

Meaning & origin

Luciella, a feminine elaboration of Lucia, first entered the U.S. Social Security records in 2011, marking it as a very recent addition to the American naming landscape. Its peak year thus far was 2021, after which it has maintained a stable but low rank, currently sitting at 7,491 in 2025 with only 1 in 114,805 girls receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been consistently rising since 2012, reflecting a growing interest in Italianate -ella names among English-speaking parents. While the name has not yet appeared in top states data, its gradual increase suggests a niche but dedicated following among those seeking a melodic, light-themed name with a touch of vintage charm.

Luciella is an elaboration of Lucia, itself the feminine form of Lucius, derived from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light'. It emerged in Italy as a double-diminutive and was absorbed into English as a given name, notably in the 21st century. The recent rise in use reflects a broader trend toward feminine -ella names and vintage Italian names.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Luce, Lucie, Ella, Lulu

Variants: Luciela

Sibling names for Luciella

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Luciella mean?
Luciella is a diminutive of Lucia, which originates from the Latin word 'lux' meaning 'light'. Therefore, the name carries the meaning 'light'.
How popular is Luciella currently?
As of 2025, Luciella ranked 7,491 in the United States, with approximately 1 in 114,805 baby girls given that name. Its popularity has been rising since 2012.
Is Luciella a boy or girl name?
Luciella is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.