Lucas
Lucas is a boy name of Greek origin meaning “Man from Lucania, light”, pronounced LOO-kus. It ranked #10 in the United States in 2025, given to 10,219 babies, and peaked at #8 in 2018. Common nicknames: Luke, Luc, Lucky.
How popular is Lucas in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Lucas mean, and where does it come from?
Lucas is the Latin form of the Greek name Loukas, meaning "man from Lucania," a region in southern Italy. The name is also associated with the Greek word "leukos" meaning "white" or "light." Saint Luke the Evangelist, author of the third Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles, was the most prominent early bearer of this name. He is also the patron saint of artists and physicians. Lucas has been consistently popular across many cultures and languages, from the Portuguese and Spanish Lucas to the French Luc and the English Luke.
How is Lucas used around the world?
Lucas is used in 5 languages worldwide, with 14+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Lucas?
Famous People Named Lucas
- George Lucas — American filmmaker who created Star Wars
- Lucas Hernandez — French professional footballer
- Lucas Cranach the Elder — German Renaissance painter
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Lucas mean?
Lucas is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Man from Lucania, light." Lucas is the Latin form of the Greek name Loukas, meaning "man from Lucania," a region in southern Italy. The name is also associated with the Greek word "leukos" meaning "white" or "light.
How do you pronounce Lucas?
Lucas is pronounced LOO-kus. Common variations include Lukas, Luca, Luke.
Is Lucas a boy name?
Yes, Lucas is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Luke, Luc, Lucky.