Meaning: From Lucianus, ultimately linked to light
The story
The feminine form of Lucianus, a derivative of the Roman Lucius. It belongs to the same light-related family as Lucia, though its immediate source is the longer Roman form.
Nicknames
- Lu
- Luci
- Lulu
Spellings & variants
- Luciane
- Lucienne
Popularity
In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
Origins
Luciana comes from Latin, Italian, and Spanish.
More like Luciana
More Latin namesLucia
Light, through Lucius
Valeria
Feminine form of Valerius, associated with being strong
Valentina
Feminine form of Valentinus, associated with strength and health
Emilia
Rival, through Aemilius
Martina
Feminine of Martin; related to Mars
Liliana
Elaborated form of Lillian
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