Lucilla

Lucilla: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl nameLatin origin

Meaning and origin of Lucilla

  • A female given name from Latin.

Etymology

From Latin Lūcilla, feminine diminutive form of the praenomen Lūcius.

How popular is Lucilla?

11U.S. babies in 2025
#1430peak rank (1909)
957babies since 1880

Since 1880, 957 girls in the U.S. have been named Lucilla. Its highest rank for girls was #1430 in 1909. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Lucilla FAQ

What does the name Lucilla mean?

A female given name from Latin. From Latin Lūcilla, feminine diminutive form of the praenomen Lūcius.

What is the origin of the name Lucilla?

Lucilla is listed as a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Lucilla?

Since 1880, 957 girls in the U.S. have been named Lucilla. Its highest rank for girls was #1430 in 1909. In 2025, 11 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Lucilla a boy or girl name?

Lucilla is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 957 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.