Luke: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Light-giving, a name forever linked to hope, healing, and adventure.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #29
- Peak
- #28 in 2014
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Luke Means
Luke is a boy name of Greek origin. Light-giving, a name forever linked to hope, healing, and adventure.
How Popular Luke Is
Luke currently ranks #29 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #28 in 2014. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Luke
- Luke Skywalker made this one of the most iconic character names in cinema.
- Saint Luke is the patron saint of artists and physicians.
- The Gospel of Luke is the longest book of the New Testament.
Names Like Luke
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Luke
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Luke.
Questions About Luke
What does Luke mean?
Luke is a boy name of Greek origin. Light-giving, a name forever linked to hope, healing, and adventure.
How popular is Luke?
Luke currently ranks #29 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #28 in 2014. It has held steady.
Where does Luke come from?
Luke comes from Greek roots. Luke Skywalker made this one of the most iconic character names in cinema.
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