Holding steady.
Popularity of Lugene since 1900
Babies named Lugene per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1947, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Lugene's real moment was 1909.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1900s | 0 | 11 |
| 1910s | 45 | 44 |
| 1920s | 106 | 131 |
| 1930s | 79 | 117 |
| 1940s | 51 | 162 |
| 1950s | 329 | 143 |
| 1960s | 55 | 85 |
| 1970s | 0 | 31 |
| 1980s | 0 | 23 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lugene is a rare and intriguing name that first appeared in recorded U.S. data in the year 1900. Its peak usage came in 1909, after which it followed a stable trajectory of decline. Though the name never ranked nationally, it represents a distinctly American naming pattern of the early 20th century, where familiar sounds and elements were combined into new coinages. With no recorded one-in-N frequency and very few top states, Lugene remains an obscure choice, reflecting the creative spirit of an era that valued individuality in naming.
Lugene first appeared in the United States in the decade of 1900s. Its origin is uncertain, but it likely arose as a modern coinage, influenced by the widespread popularity of the name Eugene, combined with common feminine prefixes such as 'Lu-' from Lula or Louise. The name gained modest use for a few decades, peaking in 1909, then largely fell out of favor. It is primarily an American innovation of the early 20th century.
Sibling names for Lugene
Names that share Lugene's style, for a brother or sister.
