Luke

Boy's name

Luke is a Greek name derived from Loukas, meaning "from Lucania." It is also associated with the Latin word "lux," meaning "light."

Meaning From Lucania, Italy
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 7,039 Falling
Peak year 2014

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Short Names Starting With L

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Luke Bryan - Country music singer
  • Luke Wilson - Actor in movies like "Old School"
  • Luke Kuechly - NFL linebacker for Carolina Panthers
  • Luke Perry - Actor in "Beverly Hills, 90210"
  • Luke Walton - NBA coach, former player
  • Luke Hemmings - Member of band 5 Seconds of Summer
  • Luke Combs - Country music singer-songwriter
  • Luke Evans - Actor in "Beauty and the Beast"
  • Luke Rockhold - MMA fighter, former UFC middleweight champion
  • Luke Donald - Professional golfer, former world number one

Brothers for Luke

Boy names closely related to Luke

Levi Samuel Travis Elijah Zane Eli Caleb Gabriel

Sisters for Luke

Girl names closely related to Luke

Avery Faith Danielle Elizabeth Arabella Ellie Rylie Olivia

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Luke

Luc Luca Lucas Lucca Luka Lukas

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