Lucilla

Lucilla is a feminine first name that is commonly used as a diminutive of Lucia in Italian and Spanish-speaking regions. This name has its roots in the Latin and Roman Lucius.

What does the name Lucilla mean?

The first name Lucilla is derived from the Italian and Spanish form of the Latin name Lucia, which in turn goes back to Lucius and its Roman variant Lucianus. Translated, Lucilla means 'the little one born at dawn,' but also 'the little light' or 'the small light.' The name has its roots in Latin, derived from the terms lūx, lūcis, and lūcĭus, which stand for 'light,' 'brightness,' 'daylight,' and 'dawn,' as well as from lucere and lūcĕo, which mean 'to shine,' 'to radiate,' and 'to glow.' The name was particularly popular among Roman noblewomen, such as the mother and daughter of Emperor Marcus Aurelius, who lived between 120 and 160 AD. There are numerous variants, including Luci, Lucita, Lucil, Lucile, Lucila, Lucie, Luciela, Luciella, Lucielle, Lucilia, the French form Lucille, as well as the variants Lucillia, Lucillie, and Lucienne.

Where does the name Lucilla come from?

Lucilla is a feminine first name that comes from Latin and Roman origins. The meaning is 'the little light' or 'the small light.' The word components lūx, lūcis, and lūcĭus represent light, brightness, daylight, and dawn in Latin, while lucere and lūcĕo mean to shine, to radiate, and to glow. The ancient Greek word leukós, which means light, brightness, and radiance, can also be considered an etymological root. The name is used in both Italian and Spanish.

How do you pronounce Lucilla?

The pronunciation of Lucilla is typically 'Lu-tsil-la' [luˈtsɪla]. The name begins with a rounded 'u' and leads into a lively middle syllable, where the double 'l' creates a gentle structure. This repetition of 'l' gives the name a flowing and smooth sound. Lucilla sounds elegant and classic - feminine, melodic, and with a southern warmth.

When is the name day of Lucilla?

The name day for Lucilla is celebrated on March 25, September 19, and December 13.

Popularity

In Germany, Lucilla is a relatively rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 4,068th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its highest ranking was in 2010, when it reached 2,348th place. Over the last ten years, Lucilla has been used as a first name fewer than ten times, placing it at 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 6,582nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Cilla / Lu / Luca / Luci / Lucy / Lulu / Luzi

Similar first names

Famous people

• Annia Aurelia Galeria Lucilla (Empress around 164 in Rome)
• Domitia Lucilla (Mother of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius)
• Lucilla Agosti (Italian actress)
• Lucilla Andreucci (Italian long-distance runner)
• Lucilla Galeazzi (Italian singer)
• Lucilla Morlacchi (Italian actress)
• Lucilla Perrotta (Italian beach volleyball player)
• Lucilla Udovich (American singer)