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Lucille
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About Lucille
Lucille exudes vintage glamour and old-world sophistication, having enjoyed renewed appreciation among contemporary parents. This name carries echoes of jazz clubs, classic Hollywood, and elegant dinner parties, yet feels surprisingly fresh when given to a modern baby. The French-influenced pronunciation adds continental polish, while the nickname Lucy provides approachable familiarity. Lucille suggests someone with style and substance, perhaps destined for creative or artistic pursuits. The name has literary associations and a musical quality that many find irresistible. It works beautifully across different stages of life—adorable for a little girl, professional for an adult. Parents choosing Lucille often appreciate names with history and character, preferring depth over fleeting trends. The name stands confidently without being pretentious, offering elegance without stuffiness. It pairs wonderfully with both classic and modern middle names, demonstrating remarkable flexibility. Lucille has that rare quality of feeling simultaneously nostalgic and contemporary, honoring the past while working perfectly in present contexts. For families seeking a name with genuine charm, cultural richness, and timeless appeal, Lucille represents an inspired choice.
Popularity of the Name Lucille
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #249 | |||
| 1881 | #224 | |||
| 1882 | #171 | |||
| 1883 | #221 | |||
| 1884 | #189 | |||
| 1885 | #188 | |||
| 1886 | #166 | |||
| 1887 | #165 | |||
| 1888 | #164 | |||
| 1889 | #152 | |||
| 1890 | #148 | |||
| 1891 | #141 | |||
| 1892 | #120 | |||
| 1893 | #117 | |||
| 1894 | #109 | |||
| 1895 | #101 | |||
| 1896 | #86 | |||
| 1897 | #82 | |||
| 1898 | #80 | |||
| 1899 | #71 | |||
| 1900 | #67 | |||
| 1901 | #70 | |||
| 1902 | #61 | |||
| 1903 | #57 | |||
| 1904 | #53 | |||
| 1905 | #50 | |||
| 1906 | #46 | |||
| 1907 | #45 | |||
| 1908 | #38 | |||
| 1909 | #36 | |||
| 1910 | #31 | |||
| 1911 | #32 | |||
| 1912 | #32 | |||
| 1913 | #31 | |||
| 1914 | #30 | |||
| 1915 | #29 | |||
| 1916 | #30 | |||
| 1917 | #29 | |||
| 1918 | #29 | |||
| 1919 | #27 | |||
| 1920 | #29 | |||
| 1921 | #31 | |||
| 1922 | #33 | |||
| 1923 | #35 | |||
| 1924 | #37 | |||
| 1925 | #41 | |||
| 1926 | #43 | |||
| 1927 | #45 | |||
| 1928 | #51 | |||
| 1929 | #57 | |||
| 1930 | #59 | |||
| 1931 | #62 | |||
| 1932 | #63 | |||
| 1933 | #78 | |||
| 1934 | #84 | |||
| 1935 | #85 | |||
| 1936 | #92 | |||
| 1937 | #98 | |||
| 1938 | #106 | |||
| 1939 | #110 | |||
| 1940 | #113 | |||
| 1941 | #119 | |||
| 1942 | #118 | |||
| 1943 | #125 | |||
| 1944 | #132 | |||
| 1945 | #129 | |||
| 1946 | #137 | |||
| 1947 | #147 | |||
| 1948 | #154 | |||
| 1949 | #163 | |||
| 1950 | #180 | |||
| 1951 | #194 | |||
| 1952 | #200 | |||
| 1953 | #203 | |||
| 1954 | #220 | |||
| 1955 | #243 | |||
| 1956 | #261 | |||
| 1957 | #296 | |||
| 1958 | #328 | |||
| 1959 | #338 | |||
| 1960 | #370 | |||
| 1961 | #382 | |||
| 1962 | #423 | #336 | ||
| 1963 | #435 | |||
| 1964 | #449 | #410 | ||
| 1965 | #468 | #275 | ||
| 1966 | #495 | #424 | ||
| 1967 | #545 | #347 | #379 | |
| 1968 | #581 | #370 | #344 | |
| 1969 | #617 | #331 | #428 | |
| 1970 | #677 | |||
| 1971 | #739 | #532 | ||
| 1972 | #835 | #453 | ||
| 1973 | #988 | |||
| 1974 | #947 | #535 | ||
| 1976 | #947 | |||
| 2003 | #938 | |||
| 2004 | #868 | |||
| 2005 | #802 | |||
| 2006 | #728 | |||
| 2007 | #766 | |||
| 2008 | #610 | #945 | ||
| 2009 | #569 | |||
| 2010 | #476 | |||
| 2011 | #454 | |||
| 2012 | #391 | |||
| 2013 | #360 | #950 | ||
| 2014 | #343 | #804 | #880 | |
| 2015 | #286 | #766 | ||
| 2016 | #281 | #967 | #897 | |
| 2017 | #265 | #687 | ||
| 2018 | #295 | #665 | #784 | |
| 2019 | #296 | #593 | ||
| 2020 | #274 | #640 | ||
| 2021 | #276 | #701 | ||
| 2022 | #278 | #871 | ||
| 2023 | #285 | #545 | ||
| 2024 | #274 | #635 | ||
| 2025 | #239 | #594 | ||
| 1975 | #485 | |||
| 1977 | #453 | |||
| 1978 | #590 | |||
| 1979 | #588 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Lucille
Names Similar to Lucille
Nicknames for Lucille
- Lucy
- Lucie
- Cille
- Cilla
- Lu
Famous People Named Lucille
| Lucille Ball | American actress and comedian, known for her iconic role in the sitcom "I Love Lucy" |
| Lucille Roybal-Allard | U.S. Congresswoman and advocate for social justice |
| Lucille Bridges | Civil rights activist and mother of Ruby Bridges, who integrated an all-white school in Louisiana |
| Lucille Clifton | Acclaimed American poet and writer |
| Lucille Hegamin | Early African-American blues singer |
| Lucille Lortel | American actress and theater producer |
| Lucille Eichengreen | Holocaust survivor and author |
| Lucille Teasdale-Corti | Canadian physician and humanitarian |
| Lucille Bremer | American actress and dancer, known for her roles in MGM musicals |
| Lucille La Verne | American stage and film actress, best known as the voice of the Evil Queen in Disney's "Snow White" |
| Lucille Mulhall | Renowned American cowgirl and Wild West performer |
| Lucille Royse | One of the first female architects in California |
| Lucille Bliss | American voice actress, famous for providing the voice of Crusader Rabbit |
| Lucille Iacovelli | Canadian-Italian soprano opera singer |
| Lucille Marchand | Canadian Senator and social worker |
| Lucille Ricksen | American silent film actress |
| Lucille O'Neal | Mother of NBA star Shaquille O'Neal and an author and motivational speaker |
| Lucille Stuart | Canadian artist and painter |
Characters Named Lucille
| Lucille Austero | Lucille 2 - From the TV series "Arrested Development" |
| Lucille Bluth | From the TV series "Arrested Development" |
| Lucille Van Pelt | From Charles Schulz's comic strip "Peanuts" |