Lucan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lucan has Latin origins, meaning 'light', and refers to a person from the ancient region of Lucania in Southern Italy. It evolved from 'Lucanus' in Latin to its current form in English. The name embodies traits of brightness and literary significance, while having no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century, associated with the works of classical poets.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lucan"
Pronunciation
/ˈluːkən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Lucan is derived from the Latin name 'Lucanus', which refers to someone from Lucania, a region in Southern Italy. The root 'lux' means 'light', indicating a connection to brightness or illumination.
Meaning
light
Language Evolution
Lucanus (Latin), Lucan (English)
Historical Usage
The name Lucan gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, influenced by classical literature and its association with the Roman poet Marcus Annaeus Lucanus.
Variants & Derivatives
Luke, Lucius, Lucas
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Lucan is often perceived as a strong and classic name, evoking a sense of literary and historical depth.
Famous People
Marcus Annaeus Lucanus (Lucan), the Roman poet, Lucan, a character from various works of literature
📊 Lucan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Lucan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 41 peak births in 1978
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lucan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lucan"
"Lucan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4482nd of 10718 | 85 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7371st of 24088 | 147 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5651st of 23106 | 190 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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60.40% 3791st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lucan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lucan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Lucan" in the United States
The name Lucan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lucan has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lucan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4482nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7371st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5651st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lucan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.