Lucinda
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Lucinda
Lucinda is derived from the Latin name Lucinda, which is a feminine form of Lucius, meaning "light-giving" or "luminous" from the Latin root "lux" (light).
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Etymology
Lucinda is derived from the Latin name Lucinda, which is a feminine form of Lucius, meaning "light-giving" or "luminous" from the Latin root "lux" (light). The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 17th and 18th centuries and has been used across Christian cultures, with notable literary appearances in works like Cervantes' *Don Quixote* and later in English literature.
Lucinda currently ranks #1,750 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1957.
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