Lucien
Boy name · Latin · pronounced loo-SYEN
Verified name
What does Lucien mean?
Light
Origin and language
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 678 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is moderately common. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 822 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Luc, Lulu
Variant: Lucian
Related: Lucius
Using Lucien across cultures
Handsome French light name enjoying a revival.
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