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Boy Name

Luke

"Light-giving, from Lucania"

Ranked #28 for boys

About the Name Luke

Meaning

Light-giving, from Lucania

Origin

Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

L

Boy Rank

#28

Luke is a boy name of Greek origin. The name means "Light-giving, from Lucania" and is currently ranked #28 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with L or explore other Greek names.

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Popularity Over Time

#395
1950
#320
1960
#195
1970
#95
1980
#55
1990
#42
2000
#30
2010
#28
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Luke

  • LB Luke Bryan
  • LP Luke Perry

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Light-giving, luminous

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Latin #34

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Boy

Strong-willed warrior and protector

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Lincoln

Boy

Town by the pool, lake settlement

English #35
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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
L
Origin
Greek

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