Luciana
Meaning of Luciana
Luciana is a beautiful and elegant name of Italian origin, meaning "light" or "illumination." It is a feminine form of the Latin name Lucianus, which itself derives from "lux," the Latin word for light. The name Luciana carries a sense of grace and sophistication, making it a timeless choice for parents seeking something classic yet distinctive. Pronounced as loo-CHEE-ah-nah in Italian, it has variations in English (loo-see-AH-nuh) and Spanish (loo-THYAH-nah), reflecting its international appeal. Over the years, Luciana has steadily gained popularity in the United States, ranking 329th in 2023 with 933 occurrences. This upward trend highlights its growing favor among modern parents. Associated with qualities of brightness and clarity, Luciana is not only melodious but also imbued with positive connotations that make it an excellent choice for a baby girl's name.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as loo-CHEE-ah-nah (/luˈtʃi.a.na/)
American English
- Pronunced as loo-see-AH-nuh (/luˈsiːænə/)
British English
- Pronunced as loo-see-AH-nuh (/luˈsiːanə/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as loo-THYAH-nah (/luˈsjana/)
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Notable People Named Luciana
| Luciana Clare Berger is a British politician who has been associated with the Labour, Co-operative, Change UK, and Liberal Democrats parties. |
| Luciana Paluzzi is an Italian actress known for her role as Fiona Volpe in the James Bond film Thunderball, as well as for her significant roles in various Italian and Hollywood films of the 1960s and 1970s. |
| Luciana Maria Arrighi is an award-winning Brazilian-born, Australian-Italian production designer, known for her Oscar win for Best Art Direction in Howards End (1992) and multiple nominations in the same category. |
| Luciana Paula Aymar is a retired Argentine field hockey player. |
| Luciana Abreu Sodré Costa Real is a multi-talented Portuguese singer, actress, and television host, recognized for her appearances on Idolos, Eurovision Song Contest 2005, and her role as Flor Valente in the TV series Floribella. |
| Luciana Souza is a versatile Brazilian jazz singer and composer known for her work in classical and chamber music, with her song "Muita Bobeira" featured on Windows Vista. |
| Luciana Diniz is a Brazilian-born Portuguese equestrian known for her show jumping skills and her work in informal education and documentary series about her horses. |
| Luciana Pedraza is an Argentine actress and director, known for her marriage to American actor Robert Duvall and her family connection to Argentine aviation pioneer Susana Ferrari Billinghurst. |
| Luciana Alexandra Gómez Del Río is a Uruguayan footballer and goalkeeper for Rampla Juniors, as well as a member of the Uruguay women's national team. |
| Luciana Mello is a Brazilian singer and professional dancer known for her talent and artistry. |
