Luc
Luc is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Light or person from Lucania.
Origin and history
Luc is a French masculine name derived from the Latin Lucas, which traces back to the Greek Loukas meaning 'from Lucania' or 'light'. It serves as a sleek, short alternative to Lucas or Luke in English-speaking countries. In the United States, it enjoys steady, moderate usage as a French classic with modern appeal.
Popularity in the United States
3,614 babies in the United States have been named Luc since 1880. It ranks #2132 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1649.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40.8 %)
- NY (15.2 %)
- FL (10.8 %)
- TX (6.3 %)
- MA (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 34 |
| 1960-1970 | 86 |
| 1970-1980 | 69 |
| 1980-1990 | 156 |
| 1990-2000 | 716 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,405 |
| 2010-2019 | 865 |
| 2020-2029 | 278 |
Famous people named Luc
- Luc Besson: Director, Producer
- Luc Robitaille: Ice Hockey Player, Executive
- Luc Longley: Basketball Player, Coach
Fun facts
- Luc is the standard French translation of the Biblical name Luke or Lucas.
- Single-syllable classical names like Luc have grown in popularity for parents seeking minimalist alternatives.