Lucas
Latin boy's name meaning “light; from Lucania”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- light; from Lucania
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #9
- Born in 2023
- 10,882
Meaning & origin
Lucas is the Latin form of Luke, from Loukas, meaning 'from Lucania' and long associated with the Latin lux, 'light'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Lucas ranked #9 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 10,882 US boys were given the name Lucas.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #8 in 2018
“Unranked” means Lucas was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Luke, Luc
Lucas: frequently asked questions
What does the name Lucas mean?
Lucas is a Latin name meaning "light; from Lucania". Lucas is the Latin form of Luke, from Loukas, meaning 'from Lucania' and long associated with the Latin lux, 'light'.
Where does the name Lucas come from?
Lucas is of Latin origin. Lucas is the Latin form of Luke, from Loukas, meaning 'from Lucania' and long associated with the Latin lux, 'light'.
Is Lucas a boy or a girl name?
Lucas is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Lucas?
In 2023, 10,882 US boys were given the name Lucas.
Is Lucas a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Lucas ranked #9 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Lucas?
Common nicknames for Lucas include Luke, Luc.