Lucretia
Meaning of Lucretia
Lucretia is a female name with Italian origins. It is pronounced as loo-KRE-tsee-ah in Italian and loo-KREE-shuh in English. This elegant name has variations such as Lucinda and Lucrezia. Lucretia has a rich history and carries associations of strength, beauty, and grace. While it may not be as common today, data from New Jersey shows that it had moderate popularity in the mid-20th century, consistently ranking within the top 800 names for baby girls during the 1940s to 1970s. With its unique charm and historical significance, Lucretia is a beautiful choice for parents looking for a timeless name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as loo-KRE-tsee-ah (/luˈkre.tsi.a/)
English
- Pronunced as loo-KREE-shuh (/luˈkriːʃə/)
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Notable People Named Lucretia
| Lucretia Mott was an influential American Quaker, abolitionist, and women's rights activist who played a key role in the Seneca Falls Convention and the writing of the Declaration of Sentiments. |
| Lucretia Garfield was the first lady of the United States from March to September 1881, as the wife of James A. Garfield, the 20th president of the United States. |
| Lucretia Walsh Grindle is an American author known for her mystery fiction and is signed to Macmillan Publishers. |
| Lucretia Peabody Hale was an American journalist and author known for her literary contributions. |
| Lucretia Harris, also known as Lucretia Williams and Lucretia B. H. Rogers, was an African American actress in the United States, known for her supporting roles during the silent film era and her appearances in The Adventures and Emotions of Edgar Pomeroy series of comedy shorts from 1920 until 1921. |
