A 1900s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Lucilla since 1898
Babies named Lucilla per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1955, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lucilla's real moment was 1909.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 10 |
| 1910s | 85 |
| 1920s | 132 |
| 1930s | 95 |
| 1940s | 111 |
| 1950s | 116 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 64 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 123 |
| 2020s | 68 |
Meaning & origin
Lucilla is a Latin feminine name meaning 'little light,' a diminutive of the ancient Roman clan name Lucius. First recorded in the U.S. in 1898, it ranked 8860 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 146,115 girls receiving the name. Its peak year was 1909, and since 2005 it has been on a rising trajectory, reflecting a revival of classical names from the 1900s decade. While not among the top names in any state, its historical roots and melodic sound appeal to parents seeking an uncommon but distinguished choice.
Lucilla is the feminine diminutive of the Roman name Lucius, derived from Latin lux (light). It was used in ancient Rome as a family name and later as a feminine given name. The name appears in early Christian contexts but saw limited use until the 19th century revival of classical names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Luci, Cilla, Lucy
Sibling names for Lucilla
Names that share Lucilla's style, for a brother or sister.
