Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Lucille.
National Rank (2025)
#239
All-Time Peak Rank
#27 (1919)
Total U.S. Births
232,571
Unisex Distribution0.3% Boy / 99.7% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Lucille Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Lucille
According to SSA data, Lucille achieved its highest historical rank of #27 in 1919. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1920 with 7,989 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 17.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Lucille scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+17.3% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record7,989Births in 1920
Years in Top 100
42yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:1,108
1890s:5,105
1900s:15,041
1910s:56,147
1920s:63,883
1930s:30,843
1940s:20,453
1950s:12,048
1960s:4,418
1970s:1,402
1980s:1,053
1990s:1,215
2000s:3,212
2010s:9,650
2020s:6,993
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesLu-cille
Letter Count7 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 54.1% of SSA names. Starts with L, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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