Lucero Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lucero is a Spanish name that means 'light' or 'bright star', originating from Latin. It has evolved from the word 'lux' in Latin through Old Spanish to its current form. The name is often associated with positive traits such as brightness and clarity, although it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in Spanish-speaking cultures during the Middle Ages and continues to be well-regarded today.
The name Lucero is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lucero has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lucero' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5443rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11350th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16359th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5779th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1138th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1086th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1633rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lucero' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lucero"
Pronunciation
/luˈθeɾo/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Lucero is derived from the Spanish word 'lucero', which means 'light' or 'bright star'. It is often associated with the Latin word 'lux', meaning 'light'.
Meaning
light, bright star
Language Evolution
Latin: Lux, Old Spanish: Lucero, Modern Spanish: Lucero
Historical Usage
Lucero has been used as a given name in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in Spain and Latin America, since the Middle Ages, often given to children born at dawn or near a bright star.
Variants & Derivatives
Lucero, Luz, Lucía
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Lucero is viewed positively, often associated with brightness and clarity. It remains a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries.
Famous People
Lucero Hogaza de León, Lucero (singer and actress), Lucero (Mexican actress and singer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lucero"
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 "Lucero"
"Lucero" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5443rd of 16616 | 126 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11350th of 24088 | 65 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16359th of 23106 | 21 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5779th of 19264 | 137 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1138th of 27321 | 2,334 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1086th of 35406 | 3,502 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1633rd of 30306 | 1,609 |
Regional Popularity of "Lucero" 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) |
- | - |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
34.94% 2207th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lucero" 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) |
- | - |
79.76% 2806th/3518 |
53.66% 2170th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
42.28% 1558th/3685 |
47.33% 2118th/4475 |
19.35% 1005th/5194 |
10.23% 646th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.82% 1687th/4582 |
36.00% 1859th/5164 |
13.72% 1003rd/7313 |
10.12% 755th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
66.44% 2647th/3984 |
63.34% 2842nd/4487 |
21.97% 1499th/6822 |
17.37% 1090th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lucero"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lucero" 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.