Lucila
3 syllables
♀ Female ◎ Spanish ◈ 3 syllables ✦ US Top 100
"Light, shining, illuminating."

From Spanish

Lucila is a Spanish name derived from the Latin name Lucilla, which means little light Lucila is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain, Mexico, and Argentina The name Lucila has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States, currently ranking as the 226th most popular girls' name Lucila is a variant of the name Lucy, which means light in Latin Lucila has a strong and confident sound, making it a great choice for parents looking for a name that exudes power and grace The name Lucila has been associated with several notable women throughout history, including a 4th-century Roman martyr and a 16th-century Spanish poet Lucila is a versatile name that can be shortened to many different nicknames, such as Lulu, Lily, or Cila In some cultures, the name Lucila is associated with the Virgin Mary, who is often referred to as Nuestra Señora de la Luz (Our Lady of the Light) Lucila has a unique and exotic sound, making it a great choice for parents looking to give their child a name that stands out from the crowd The name Lucila has been featured in several works of literature and media, including a character in the popular novel One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Lucila at a glance
MeaningLight, shining, illuminating.
OriginSpanish
GenderFemale
Syllables3
NumerologyLife Path 4
US Rank#6
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Origin & history of Lucila
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Spanish roots
Lucila is a Spanish name derived from the Latin name Lucilla, which means little light Lucila is a popular name in many Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain, Mexico, and Argentina The name Lucila has been steadily rising in popularity in the United States, currently ranking as the 226th most popular girls' name Lucila is a variant of the name Lucy, which means light in Latin Lucila has a strong and confident sound, making it a great choice for parents looking for a name that exudes power and grace The name Lucila has been associated with several notable women throughout history, including a 4th-century Roman martyr and a 16th-century Spanish poet Lucila is a versatile name that can be shortened to many different nicknames, such as Lulu, Lily, or Cila In some cultures, the name Lucila is associated with the Virgin Mary, who is often referred to as Nuestra Señora de la Luz (Our Lady of the Light) Lucila has a unique and exotic sound, making it a great choice for parents looking to give their child a name that stands out from the crowd The name Lucila has been featured in several works of literature and media, including a character in the popular novel One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
2
Root name
The root form of Lucila is Lucila — meaning Light, shining, illuminating..
3
Modern usage
Lucila remains a beloved choice, ranking #6 in the US. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Lucila?
6 avg. per year
Average US registrations in the last 10 years
Approximately 6 babies were named Lucila each year in the United States over the last decade. That puts it among the most popular names — a timeless classic.
60 Total US registrations
last 10 years
3 Syllables
4 Numerology
life path
Popularity in the US Very popular
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Numerology of Lucila
4
Life path number
The Builder
Discipline, reliability and masterful building.
🏗️Builder
📋Organised
💪Hardworking
🎯Detail-oriented
L3
U3
C3
I9
L3
A1
Sum: 22 → Life path 4
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Personality of Lucila
🏛️
Steady & reliable
When they make a promise, they keep it.
📐
Methodical
Thorough, careful, precise.
💪
Quietly powerful
Their strength is always there when it matters.
🌿
Grounded
No matter what swirls around them, they stay centred.
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