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Lucy vs Lu

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucy

Boy #37,409 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"born at dawn or daylight"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Italian American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#37,409
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lucy Rank #37,409
Lu Rank #37,890

Lucy is more popular, ranked #37409 vs #37890 for Lu.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucy or Lu more popular?

Lucy is more popular, ranked #37409 compared to Lu at #37890 in the United States.

What do Lucy and Lu mean?

Lucy means "born at dawn or daylight" (Latin origin). Lu means "land, road, prosperity" (Chinese origin).

Are Lucy and Lu boy or girl names?

Lucy is primarily a boy name. Lu is primarily a boy name.

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