Lukas
Lukas is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Person from Lucania; bringer of light.
Origin and history
Lukas is the German, Scandinavian, and Slavic spelling of the name Luke or Lucas, derived from the Greek name Loukas. The name historically means 'from Lucania', an ancient region in southern Italy. In the United States, it has grown significantly in popularity as a stylish alternative to the classical Lucas.
Popularity in the United States
44,053 babies in the United States have been named Lukas since 1880. It ranks #544 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #237.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.4 %)
- TX (6.4 %)
- NY (6.4 %)
- FL (6.2 %)
- IL (5.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 46 |
| 1970-1980 | 446 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,900 |
| 1990-2000 | 5,305 |
| 2000-2010 | 11,610 |
| 2010-2019 | 15,956 |
| 2020-2029 | 8,790 |
Famous people named Lukas
- Lukas Haas: Actor, Musician
- Lukas Podolski: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Lukas Graham: Singer, Songwriter
Nicknames
Luke, Luky
Fun facts
- Lukas is the predominant spelling of the name across Central Europe, Northern Europe, and Slavic nations.
- While Lucas is a top-10 mainstay in the U.S., the Lukas spelling has gained substantial traction among modern parents looking for a subtle variation.