Lucy
Meaning: Light; born at dawn
Origin: Latin Lucia — from lux/lucis (light), the feminine form of Lucius
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #72
Total births: 7,533
History: Lucy surged in the 2000s-2010s as a bright, classic name in Australia. Lucy Turnbull was the first female Lord Mayor of Sydney. The name has an intelligent, accomplished character. Lucy represents modern Australian women — leaders in every field.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #32 |
| Babies named Lucy in 2025 | 165 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 7,533 |
| Peak year | 2012 (254 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #20 |
| Years in records | 1985–2025 (41 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 5 spots |
Frequently asked about Lucy
What does the name Lucy mean?
Lucy means “Light; born at dawn” from Latin Lucia — from lux/lucis (light), the feminine form of Lucius roots.
What is the origin of the name Lucy?
Lucy has Latin Lucia — from lux/lucis (light), the feminine form of Lucius origin. The traditional meaning is “Light; born at dawn”.
How popular is Lucy in Australia?
Lucy ranked #32 in Australia in 2025 — given to 165 babies that year.
When was Lucy most popular?
Lucy peaked in 2012 with 254 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lucy a boy or girl name?
Lucy is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Lucys in registered births are female.
How long has Lucy been recorded in Australia?
Lucy appears in birth records in Australia across 41 years — from 1985 through 2025.