Luster Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Luster originates from Latin, meaning brightness or illumination. It has evolved through various forms in Latin and Old French before entering English. The name conveys traits of clarity and brilliance, and it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Luster is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Luster has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Luster' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1394th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1702nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2177th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5506th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7503rd out of 9107 names. Discover how the name 'Luster' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Luster"
Pronunciation
/ˈlʌstər/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Luster is derived from the Latin word 'lustrare,' which means 'to illuminate' or 'to shine.' It is associated with brightness and clarity.
Meaning
brightness, illumination
Language Evolution
Lustrare (Latin), Lustra (Old French), Luster (Middle English)
Historical Usage
Luster gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century, often used as a surname before becoming a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Lustrous, Lustre, Lusty
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Luster is seen as a unique and somewhat poetic name, evoking notions of light and brilliance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Luster"
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 "Luster"
"Luster" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1394th of 7545 | 432 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1702nd of 6773 | 323 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2177th of 7552 | 265 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5506th of 10718 | 53 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7503rd of 9107 | 12 |
Regional Popularity of "Luster" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
45.01% 1065th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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63.07% 1484th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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53.38% 1523rd/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Luster" 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 "Luster"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Luster" 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.