Lucius
boy name#1128 in 2025Lucius entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #257 in 1881, ranks #1128 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1128
rank today
#257
peak (1881)
189
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #301 |
| 1890s | #338 |
| 1900s | #353 |
| 1910s | #473 |
| 1920s | #588 |
| 1930s | #680 |
| 1940s | #737 |
| 1950s | #856 |
| 1960s | #1062 |
| 1970s | #1370 |
| 1980s | #1787 |
| 1990s | #3025 |
| 2000s | #1791 |
| 2010s | #1335 |
| 2020s | #1264 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lucius has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 5,500 people named Lucius are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lucius alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lucius in 2025?
- Lucius ranks #1128 among US boy names in 2025, with 189 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lucius most popular?
- Lucius peaked in 1881, reaching #257 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lucius with classmates?
- Lucius will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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