Lucía (en. Lucia)

/luˈθia/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Feminine name of Latin origin that means 'she who brings light'.
Lucía is one of the most popular names in Spain.
Lucía es uno de los nombres más populares en España.
Name given to several saints in the Christian tradition.
Santa Lucía is celebrated on December 13th.
El 13 de diciembre se celebra a Santa Lucía.
Name used in literary and artistic works.
The main character of the novel is named Lucía.
El personaje principal de la novela se llama Lucía.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'lux', which means 'light'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lucía in the soul
Expression used to refer to someone who brings joy.
Lucía en el alma

Related Words

lucero
Bright star.
lucero
illuminate
To provide light.
iluminar
light
Energy that makes objects visible.
luz

Slang Meanings

Endearing nickname for a close friend.
That Lucía is like a sister to me.
Esa Lucía es como una hermana para mí.
Used to refer to a person who is illuminated in a group.
In that meeting, Lucía always has the best ideas.
En esa reunión, Lucía siempre tiene las mejores ideas.