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Luca

Luca is a boy name of Latin origin, meaning Light, from Lucania.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginLatin
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#70

What does Luca mean?

Light, from Lucania

How popular is Luca?

Popularity in the United States

Luca has been given to 39,399 babies in the United States since 1915, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 339 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Luca per year in the United States, 1915–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Luca has been given to 16,360 babies in France since 1952, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Luca per year in France, 1952–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 11,495 people called Luca living in Spain, with an average age of 11.8.

39,399 Babies named since 1915
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Luca

What does the name Luca mean?

Luca means Light, from Lucania. It is of Latin origin.

Is Luca a boy's or a girl's name?

Luca is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Luca?

Luca has been given to 39,399 babies in the United States since 1915, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.