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Name Origin

Lucio is an Italian masculine given name, a variant of Lucius. It derives from the Latin 'lux,' meaning 'light.'

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Famous People

Lucio Battisti (1943-1998)

Singer-songwriter

  • One of the most popular and influential Italian singer-songwriters.
  • Sold over 30 million records worldwide.

Lucio Fontana (1899-1968)

Artist, sculptor

  • Known for his Spatialist canvases with slashes and holes.
  • Considered a pioneer of abstract art.

Lucio Dalla (1943-2012)

Singer-songwriter, musician, composer

  • Known for his unique blend of rock, pop, and opera.
  • Wrote the hit song 'Cara'

Lucio Fulci (1928-1996)

Film director, screenwriter

  • Known for his horror films, particularly those in the giallo and zombie subgenres
  • Directed cult classics like 'Zombie' and 'City of the Living Dead'