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Luciano
Luminous, son of light
Origin
Latin
Used in
itespt
Origin and meaning of Luciano
Luciano comes from the Latin Lucianus, a patronymic of Lucius, from the root lux, 'light': it means 'luminous, son of the light.' A name of ancient Roman and Christian tradition, it carries an idea of splendour and clarity. It is very common in Italy, Spain, Portugal and Latin America. It was made famous by the tenor Luciano Pavarotti, a voice loved worldwide, and in antiquity by the satirist Lucian of Samosata.
Variants around the world
How Luciano sounds in other languages.
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Famous people
- Luciano Pavarotti— singer
- Luciano di Samosata— writer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luciano mean?
The name Luciano means Luminous, son of light.
What is the origin of the name Luciano?
Origin of Luciano: Latin.
What are the international variants of the name Luciano?
International variants of Luciano: Lucian, Lucien, and Lukian.