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Name Origin

Lucia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'light'. It is a popular name in many Romance languages and is often associated with Saint Lucy, a 3rd-century Christian martyr known for her piety and dedication to helping the poor.

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Famous People

Saint Lucia of Syracuse (-304)

Christian saint and martyr

  • Patron saint of the blind, eye diseases, throat disorders, and childbirth

Lucia Berlin (1936-2004)

Writer

  • Known for her short story collections 'A Manual for Cleaning Women' and 'Welcome Home'

Lucia di Lammermoor

Fictional character

  • Title character in Gaetano Donizetti's opera 'Lucia di Lammermoor'
  • Famous for her haunting mad scene

Lucia Annunziata (1967-)

Journalist and television presenter

  • Former presenter of 'EuroNews Tonight'
  • Known for her coverage of international affairs