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Name Origin

Lucian is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman cognomen 'Lucius,' meaning 'light.' It traditionally symbolizes illumination, brightness, and knowledge.

latinmasculinelightilluminationbrightnessknowledge

Famous People

Lucian Freud (1922-2011)

Painter

  • Renowned for his psychologically intense portraits and figurative paintings
  • Major figure in 20th-century British art