Lucian

Greek satirical writer

Lucian is a male given name of Latin origin, related to light.

It has been borne by various historical figures, most notably the second-century Greek satirist Lucian of Samosata, known for his sharp wit and dialogues mocking philosophers and superstition.

The name remains in modest use today: Lucian was named after his great-grandfather.

satirist

Syrian

From a Levantine nation

mockery · ridicule · wit · lampoon · skeptic · rhetoric · sophist · caricature · burlesque · spoof

Roman

Latin

Ancient Roman language

gladiator · Augustus · Caesar · senate · forum · toga · patrician · plebeian · consul · tribune

name

Lucien

French male given name

  • LucasMale name meaning light
  • LukeMasculine biblical name
  • LucaItalian masculine name

Lucille · Lukas · Freud · Pavarotti

Opposites
intellectual stance toward belief and credulity

Luciantrue believer

Completely committed adherent

mystic · credulous · dogmatist · Pythagoreans · devotee

literary mode and purpose

LucianPlato

Greek philosopher, academy founder

hagiographer · Marcus Aurelius · tragedian · panegyrist · Aristotle

attitude toward established systems and authorities

Lucianapologist

Defender of a cause

orthodox · pious · reverential · Church Fathers · conformist

Phrases
Family

lucid, Lucifer, Lucia, Lucius, Lucinda, Luciano

Familiarity
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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G