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Name Origin

Lucretia is a feminine given name of Roman origin. It derives from the Latin word 'lucrus' meaning 'profit' or 'gain'. The name is historically associated with Lucretia, a Roman matron who committed suicide after being raped by Sextus Tarquinius, son of the last Etruscan king of Rome. Her story became a symbol of Roman virtue and a catalyst for the overthrow of the monarchy.

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Famous People

Lucretia Mott (1793-1880)

Abolitionist and women's rights activist

  • Organized the Seneca Falls Convention, the first women's rights convention in the United States
  • Helped found the American Anti-Slavery Society
  • Spoke out against racial and gender inequality throughout her life