Lucia
Meaning: Light, born at dawn
Origin: Latin/Italian/Spanish
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #361
Total births: 268
History: Lucia surged in the 2010s as an Italian name in Australia. The name means 'light.' Lucia represents the Italian-Australian community's beautiful naming contribution.
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| Current rank (2025) | #78 |
| Babies named Lucia in 2025 | 94 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 268 |
| Peak year | 2024 (96 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #75 |
| Years in records | 2023–2025 (3 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Lucia
What does the name Lucia mean?
Lucia means “Light, born at dawn” from Latin/Italian/Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Lucia?
Lucia has Latin/Italian/Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Light, born at dawn”.
How popular is Lucia in Australia?
Lucia ranked #78 in Australia in 2025 — given to 94 babies that year.
When was Lucia most popular?
Lucia peaked in 2024 with 96 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lucia a boy or girl name?
Lucia is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Lucias in registered births are female.