Luke
Luke: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /luːk/ · /luk/
Meaning and origin of Luke
- A male given name.
Etymology
From Latin Lūcās, from Koine Greek Λουκᾶς (Loukâs). See the Greek entry for more.
How popular is Luke?
Since 1880, 565 girls and 323,020 boys in the U.S. have been named Luke (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3476 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #28 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #33 for boys, with 6,957 babies given the name.
Names similar to Luke
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Sibling name ideas for Luke
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Luke FAQ
What does the name Luke mean?
A male given name. From Latin Lūcās, from Koine Greek Λουκᾶς (Loukâs). See the Greek entry for more.
What is the origin of the name Luke?
Luke is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Luke?
Since 1880, 565 girls and 323,020 boys in the U.S. have been named Luke (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3476 in 1984. Its highest rank for boys was #28 in 2014. In 2025 it ranked #33 for boys, with 6,957 babies given the name.
Is Luke a boy or girl name?
Luke is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 565 girls and 323,020 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.