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Lukas

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

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginLatin
  • StyleModern
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#209

What does Lukas mean?

Light, from Lucania

How popular is Lukas?

Popularity in the United States

Lukas has been given to 36,946 babies in the United States since 1963, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 970 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Lukas per year in the United States, 1963–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Lukas has been given to 9,329 babies in France since 1979, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Lukas per year in France, 1979–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 1,481 people called Lukas living in Spain, with an average age of 12.4.

36,946 Babies named since 1963
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Lukas

What does the name Lukas mean?

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

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

Lukas is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Lukas?

Lukas has been given to 36,946 babies in the United States since 1963, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.