Lucia — Feminine form of Lucius. Saint Lucia was a 4th-century martyr from Syracuse. She was said to have had her eyes gouged out, and thus she is the patron saint of the blind. She was widely revered in the Middle Ages, and her name has been used throughout Christian Europe (in various spellings). It has been used in the England since the 12th century, usually in the spellings Lucy or Luce.
Saintly namesake: Saint Lucy was a Christian martyr from Syracuse, Italy, remembered for her faith and courage. She is one of the most venerated virgin martyrs in Christian tradition. (December 13 · 4th century)
Check back in a moment for rank and trend details.