Holding steady.
Popularity of Lus since 1918
Babies named Lus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 25 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 20 |
| 1960s | 92 |
| 1970s | 137 |
| 1980s | 97 |
| 1990s | 66 |
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Lus is an exceptionally rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1918 but never entering the top 1000. Its peak usage occurred in 1978, when it saw its highest number of births. Since then, its trajectory has been stable, with very few annual occurrences. The name is likely a diminutive of Lucille or Lucia, both of which are more common and share the 'light' meaning. Among U.S. states, Lus has no particular regional concentration. Parents considering this name should be aware of its rarity; it offers a distinctive, short option with a familiar sound.
Lus is likely a diminutive or variant of Lucía or Lucila, feminine forms of Latin Lucius, from 'lux' meaning 'light'. It has been used in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities, though its standalone use is rare.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Lus
Names that share Lus's style, for a brother or sister.
