Luca

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Bringer of Light; Light

Background: The name Luca originates from the Italian form of the Latin name 'Lucas,' which derives from the Latin word 'lux,' meaning 'light.' The Greek form of the name is 'Loukas,' which carries similar meanings. This establishes a direct relationship between the name and the concept of light.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#406
Total births
70,331
Most popular decade
2020s (107,304 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+162 ranks)
Years in Top 100
6
First recorded year
1915

Gender usage

97.7% male 2.3% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1915
First year births
6
First year rank
#3,392
Peak year
2024
Peak year births
7,959
Peak rank
#23
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
7,959
Recent rank
#23

Female

First year
1987
First year births
8
First year rank
#7,987
Peak year
2021
Peak year births
116
Peak rank
#1,759
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
62
Recent rank
#2,740

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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