Luca
Luca is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Bringer of light; person from Lucania.
Origin and history
Luca is an Italian name derived from the Latin 'Lucas', meaning 'person from Lucania' or 'bringer of light'. It has surged in popularity in the United States since the 2000s, becoming a top 50 boy name. Its widespread adoption is supported by its gentle sound and global appeal across modern cultures.
Popularity in the United States
77,521 babies in the United States have been named Luca since 1880. It ranks #378 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #34.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.3 %)
- NY (10 %)
- TX (7.9 %)
- FL (7.7 %)
- PA (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 24 |
| 1920-1930 | 41 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 48 |
| 1970-1980 | 121 |
| 1980-1990 | 252 |
| 1990-2000 | 720 |
| 2000-2010 | 7,233 |
| 2010-2019 | 24,939 |
| 2020-2029 | 44,138 |
Famous people named Luca
- Luca Modrić: athlete, soccer player
- Luca Guadagnino: film director, producer
Fun facts
- Luca is the traditional Italian counterpart to the English name Luke and the Latin Lucas.
- Luca entered the top 50 male names in the United States during the early 2020s.
- The name gained enhanced global visibility following Pixar's 2021 animated film named Luca.