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Lucius

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Lucius (name) means a masculine given name of Latin origin, from a common Roman praenomen. Example: “Lucius was one of the most widely used names in ancient Rome.”

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A masculine given name of Latin origin, from a common Roman praenomen.
"Lucius was one of the most widely used names in ancient Rome."
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Etymology

From Latin Lūcius, from lux ("light").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Lucius” mean?

The word “Lucius” means a masculine given name of Latin origin, from a common Roman praenomen.

How do you pronounce “Lucius”?

“Lucius” is pronounced LOO-seers (/ˈluːsɪəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Lucius” in a sentence?

Here is “Lucius” used in a sentence: “Lucius was one of the most widely used names in ancient Rome.”

What part of speech is “Lucius”?

“Lucius” is a name.

Where does the word “Lucius” come from?

The word “Lucius” comes from Latin. From Latin Lūcius, from lux ("light").

Is “Lucius” a common word?

“Lucius” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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