Luciana

Luciana is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from Lucia, meaning "light" or "illumination." The name is used across many Romance-language cultures and has several regional variants, including Lucia in Italian and Spanish, Lucía with an accent in Spanish, and Luciana itself in Portuguese and Italian contexts. It is commonly found in Italy, Portugal, Spain, and in Latin American countries such as Brazil and Argentina, as well as in other parts of Europe and the Americas.

Notable people named Luciana include Italian comedian and actress Luciana Littizzetto; Brazilian television host and model Luciana Gimenez; Brazilian jazz vocalist Luciana Souza; and Argentine field hockey player and Olympic medalist Luciana Aymar.

Beyond individuals, Luciana appears in fictional works and as a given-name element in various cultures, reflecting its enduring appeal as a traditional yet contemporary name.