LUKE
The meaning of the unisex name Luke is AUTHOR OF THE GOSPEL OF SAINT LUKE.
Details on LUKE:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Author of the gospel of saint luke
- Popularity for Boy:
- 48th in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 23,360th in the USA (bottom 25%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
7,039 births
LUKE as a BOY in 2024
7 births
LUKE as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of LUKE:
The name Luke is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Luke is: Light.
The name Luke is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Luke is: Light.
The name Luke is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Luke is: Luminous, white'.
The name Luke is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Luke is: Light giving.From Lucania (Lucania was a district of ancient Italy).Luke was the author of the Acts of the Apostles and of the third Gospel in the New Testament, the patron saint of doctors and artists, and was known as 'the beloved physician'.
USA SSA birth(s) for LUKE:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name LUKE
LUKE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7039 births |
| 2023 | 7244 births |
| 2022 | 7389 births |
| 2021 | 7708 births |
| 2020 | 7782 births |
| 2019 | 8440 births |
| 2018 | 8624 births |
| 2017 | 9163 births |
| 2016 | 9974 births |
| 2015 | 10270 births |
| 2014 | 10503 births |
| 2013 | 9568 births |
| 2012 | 9008 births |
| 2011 | 8701 births |
| 2010 | 8838 births |
| 2009 | 8616 births |
LUKE as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 births |
| 2022 | 7 births |
| 2021 | 7 births |
| 2020 | 6 births |
| 2019 | 10 births |
| 2018 | 9 births |
| 2017 | 5 births |
| 2016 | 11 births |
| 2015 | 8 births |
| 2014 | 13 births |
| 2013 | 5 births |
| 2012 | 8 births |
| 2011 | 8 births |
| 2010 | 6 births |
| 2008 | 11 births |
| 2007 | 7 births |
About the name LUKE
Luke, a name of both strength and light, traces its origins to the Latin name "Lucanus," meaning "from Lucania," a region in Southern Italy. This charming name is imbued with the essence of illumination, derived from the Latin word "lux," meaning "light." Symbolically, Luke represents clarity, guidance, and wisdom, often associated with the biblical figure of Saint Luke, the patron saint of artists and physicians, whose works inspire creativity and healing. The name finds a warm embrace in many cultures, flourishing in English-speaking countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, where it remains a timeless favorite. It also enjoys popularity in various European nations, including France, where "Luc" takes on a unique flair, and in Spanish-speaking countries as "Lucas," each variation weaving its own cultural tapestry. From cozy family gatherings to bright city streets, Luke carries a gentle strength, making it a cherished choice for parents seeking a name that embodies hope and enlightenment for their little one.
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