Lucas: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Bringer of light, a luminous name with deep classical roots.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #8
- Peak
- #7 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Lucas Means
Lucas is a boy name of Greek origin. Bringer of light, a luminous name with deep classical roots.
How Popular Lucas Is
Lucas currently ranks #8 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Lucas
- Lucas is the Latinized form of the Greek Loukas.
- George Lucas, creator of Star Wars, made this name synonymous with storytelling.
- Popular across Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
Names Like Lucas
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Lucas
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Lucas.
Questions About Lucas
What does Lucas mean?
Lucas is a boy name of Greek origin. Bringer of light, a luminous name with deep classical roots.
How popular is Lucas?
Lucas currently ranks #8 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #7 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Lucas come from?
Lucas comes from Greek roots. Lucas is the Latinized form of the Greek Loukas.
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