Lucero is a Spanish version of the name Lucy or Lucille. This pretty little girls' name saw some popularity during the 1990s and 2000s, but it's becoming pretty beloved in the United States all over again in the 2020s. It has a nice meaning, an exotic feel without sounding too unusual, and pairs well with both classic and trendy middle names. We like it with one-syllable options like Belle, Rain, and Paige.
Meaning of the name Lucero:
Spanish: Light
Origin of the name Lucero:
Lucero is a Spanish version of the baby name Lucy. All versions are derived from the Latin name Lucia, which means “light.” It was a name often given to babies who were born with the sunrise.
Symbolism of the name Lucero:
Because of its meaning, Lucero could symbolize dawn, a new day, or a new beginning. New parents may also choose the name for their baby girl because they see her as the light of their lives.
Style of the name Lucero:
International
Gender of the name Lucero:
Lucero is a girl's name.
Pronunciation of the name Lucero:
LOO-sar-oh
Number of syllables in the name Lucero:
Three
Emotion evoked from the name Lucero:
The baby name Lucero evokes images of someone who is brave and a hard worker.
Alternative spellings for the name Lucero:
- Lusero
- Loucero
- Lousero
Nicknames for the name Lucero:
Popularity of the name Lucero:
According to the Social Security Administration, Lucero was a top 1,000 baby name for girls in the United States on and off throughout the 1990s and 2000s. It last ranked at number 957 in 2007.
Related names for the name Lucero:
Great middle names for Lucero and their meanings:
- Rain (rain)
- Belle (beautiful)
- Paige (page)
- Joy (happiness)
- Rose (flower)
- Vita (life)
- Oakley (oak clearing)
- Brooke (small stream)
- Rachel (ewe)
Famous people with the name Lucero:
- Lucero (singer and actress)
- Lucero Miroslava Montemayor Gracia (Miss Mexico winner in 2013)
- Lucero Acosta (MMA fighter)
Luceros in popular culture:
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