Lucciano Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lucciano is an Italian name that means 'light', originating from the Latin 'Lucianus'. It has evolved through various historical forms, reflecting linguistic changes over time. While it does not have a biblical background, it has gained popularity in modern culture, often associated with creativity. Variants include Luciano and Luca, and it is currently viewed positively in contemporary society.
The name Lucciano is most popular in Florida, 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, Lucciano has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lucciano' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6627th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3432nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Lucciano' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lucciano"
Pronunciation
/luːˈtʃiː.ɑː.noʊ/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Lucciano is derived from the Latin name 'Lucianus', which is a diminutive form of 'Lucius'. The name Lucius is believed to be derived from the Latin word 'lux', meaning 'light'.
Meaning
light
Language Evolution
Lucianus (Latin), Lucius (Latin), Luccio (Italian), Lucciano (Modern Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Lucciano has gained popularity in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities in the 20th century, particularly as a variant of the more traditional Luciano.
Variants & Derivatives
Luciano, Lucius, Luca, Lucie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lucciano is perceived as a stylish and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Lucciano Pavarotti (famous Italian tenor), Lucciano De Crescenzo (Italian writer and actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lucciano"
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 "Lucciano"
"Lucciano" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6627th of 24088 | 172 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3432nd of 23106 | 391 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucciano" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
44.09% 3008th/6822 |
35.79% 2246th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucciano" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lucciano"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lucciano" 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.