Lucy

Lucy is the English feminine form of the Latin name Lucia, derived from the Latin word lux, meaning light. The name was borne by Saint Lucia of Syracuse, a third-century Christian martyr whose feast day falls on December 13, historically associated with light festivals in Scandinavia and Italy. The name spread widely through medieval Europe under the influence of her cult and remains common across many languages. Closely related forms include Lucia, Lucie, Lucía, and Luce.