Lucy
Meaning of Lucy
Lucy is a classic female name with an enduring charm. It is of Latin origin, deriving from the word "lux" which means light. This beautiful name carries connotations of radiance and brightness, often associated with qualities such as clarity, enlightenment, and life-giving energy. In English-speaking countries, Lucy is commonly pronounced as LOO-see (/'luːsi/). A variation of the name in its spelling and pronunciation is Lucie. Over the years, Lucy has remained a popular choice for parents in the United States with its ranking fluctuating within the top 100 baby names for girls since 1890. Its popularity peaked in recent years, securing a position within the top 50 since 2018. With its simple elegance and strong historical roots, Lucy continues to be a beloved choice for new parents seeking a timeless yet vibrant name for their daughters.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as LOO-see (/'luːsi/)
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Notable People Named Lucy
| Lucy Maud Montgomery - L. M. Montgomery, known for her novel "Anne of Green Gables," was a prolific Canadian author celebrated for her novels, short stories, and poetry set in Prince Edward Island. |
| Lucy Alexis Liu is an accomplished American actress, known for her award-winning performances and nominations. |
| Lucy Lawless - Lucille Frances Lawless is a New Zealand actress known for her iconic roles in Xena: Warrior Princess, Battlestar Galactica, and Spartacus, and currently stars in the television series My Life Is Murder. |
| Lucy Li is an American professional golfer known for setting records as the youngest qualifier for prestigious golf tournaments. |
| Lucy Elizabeth Dacus is an American singer-songwriter and producer known for her critically acclaimed albums No Burden, Historian, and Home Video. |
| Lucy Woodward is an English-American singer-songwriter known for her work with various record labels and collaborations with well-known artists. |
| Lucy Rose Parton is an English singer-songwriter known for her albums Like I Used To, Work It Out, and Something's Changing. |
| Lucy Maria Powell is a British politician and the Shadow Leader of the House of Commons, representing the Labour and Co-operative parties as the MP for Manchester Central since 2012. |
| Lucy Turnbull - Lucinda Mary Turnbull is an Australian businesswoman, philanthropist, and former local government politician, known for her service on the Sydney City Council and as the first woman to hold the position of Lord Mayor of Sydney. |
| Lucy Elizabeth Kemp-Welch was a renowned British artist known for her paintings of horses, and despite being somewhat overlooked after World War II, she is now celebrated for her work, particularly her illustrations for the 1915 edition of Black Beauty. |
| Lucy Diggs Slowe was a trailblazing American educator, athlete, and the first Black woman to serve as Dean of Women at an American university, as well as a founder of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. |
| Lucy Benjamin is an English actress known for her role as Lisa Fowler in the BBC soap opera EastEnders, for which she received a nomination for Most Popular Actress at the 2001 National Television Awards. |
| Lucy May Cranwell, a pioneering New Zealand botanist, made significant contributions to palynology and inspired a passion for botany among Auckland's youth. |
| Lucy O'Brien is a British author and journalist known for her focus on women in music. |
| Lucy Durack is an Australian actress, singer, and television personality known for her roles in Wicked, Legally Blonde: The Musical, Doctor Doctor, and Sisters. |
