Lucas

boy

LOO-kus

“Light; illumination”

🌍 Greek / Latin📊 #16 nationally+1%

Popularity Over Time

Births per million by decade (SSA data, 1960s–2020s)

The Story

From Luke/Lucius, meaning 'light.' Works equally well in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. George Lucas brought sci-fi prestige.

Sibling Ideas

Mia Sophia Ella

✨ Middle Names

James Alexander Henry

Names That Vibe With Lucas

Mia

Scandinavian / Italian

Sebastian

Greek / Latin

#23

Luca

Italian / Latin

#33

Camila

Latin / Italian

#37

Elena

Greek / Spanish

#121

Enzo

Italian / Germanic

#122

Maya

Sanskrit / Greek / Hebrew

#134

Leonardo

Italian / Germanic

#145

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Classic & Timeless

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Modern & Trendy

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Short & Sweet

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Greek & Latin

Ancient names with classical gravitas. From philosophers to gods, these names carry weight.

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Multicultural

Names that cross borders beautifully. Perfect for families celebrating diverse heritage.

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Top 100

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