Skip Ancestry navigation Skip to Footer Ancestry Home
  • Home
  • Trees
  • Search
  • Memories
  • DNA
  • Subscribe
  • Cart
  • Sign In
Home
Loading

Trees you own

    Shared with you

      Tree tools

      • My Trees
      • First Name Meanings
      • Last Name Meanings
      • Individual Records Search
      • Family Trees Support
      • Start a New Tree
      • Upload a GEDCOM
      Loading
      • All Collections
      • Census & Voter Lists
      • Birth, Marriage & Death
      • Military
      • Immigration & Travel
      • Public Member Trees
      • Card Catalogue
      • Member Search
      Memories
      Loading
      • Register a kit
      • AncestryDNA® Learning Hub
      • Traits Learning Hub
      • AncestryDNA®
      • AncestryDNA® Support
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Loading
      • Support Centre
      • Ancestry Academy
      • Community
      • Hire an expert
      • Site Status
      Discover More Family Names with an Ancestry 14-day Free Trial* 
      • Support Centre
      • About Us
      • Site Map
      • Gift Memberships
        • Ancestry Corporate
        • Fold3.com
        • ForcesWarRecords.com
        • Geneanet.org
        • Newspapers.com
        • ProGenealogists.com
        • RootsWeb.com
      • © 2006-2026 Ancestry
      • Privacy
      • Cookies
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Operated by Ancestry Ireland Unlimited Company
      Group of people

      Meaning of the first name Lucretia

      Origin

      Latin

      Meaning

      Wealth

      Variations

      Lacretia, Lucretius, Lucetta
      The name Lucretia has its origins in Latin, where it derives from the word luxuria, meaning wealth or riches. This name has an intriguing historical significance, most notably associated with the ancient Roman noblewoman Lucretia. Her tale became a symbol of virtue and feminine honor in Roman history. According to the legend, Lucretia's tragic fate led to the overthrow of the Roman monarchy and the establishment of the Roman Republic. Her name came to represent an embodiment of dignity and integrity.

      Throughout history, the name Lucretia continued to resonate, often associated with strong and influential women. Its usage can be found in various periods and cultures. In modern times, Lucretia is still used, albeit relatively uncommonly. It is more likely to be encountered as a character name in literature, theater, or other artistic works, where its rich historical associations and meaning provide depth and context to the narrative.

      In summary, Lucretia is an ancient name of Latin origin that signifies wealth. Its historical significance can primarily be traced back to the renowned Roman noblewoman who personified virtue and honor. While not as prevalent in modern-day usage, the name remains embedded in various cultural contexts, providing an air of authority and historical depth wherever it appears.

      Based on our records...

      Smith

      Smith

      This is the most common surname associated with Lucretia.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name of those married to a Lucretia.
      John

      John

      This is the most common name for a child of a Lucretia.
      Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. - © Mapbox - © OpenStreetMap - Improve this map

      What are you curious about?

      Ready to learn more about your own family? Here are two ways to begin.
      Start a free trial
      Order AncestryDNA
      calendar.webp
      Based on our records...

      Did you know?

      1844 is when there were the most people born with the first name Lucretia.

      Explore the origins of another name.