Luke
Luke is a Christian boy name of Greek origin, meaning “Man from Lucania”.
| Meaning | Man from Lucania |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Λουκᾶς |
| Pronunciation | LOOK |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Luke
Luke is the English form of the Greek Loukas, usually explained as 'man from Lucania' in southern Italy; a link to Latin lux, 'light', is often suggested but less likely. Saint Luke was a physician and companion of Paul (Colossians 4:14) and is traditionally the author of the third Gospel and Acts. Luke Skywalker of Star Wars gave the name a big boost in the late twentieth century.
Is Luke a Christian name?
Luke is a New Testament name, the evangelist traditionally credited with the Gospel of Luke and Acts and the patron saint of doctors and artists.
How popular is Luke?
Steadily popular in English-speaking countries.
Gifts with the name Luke
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- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luke mean?
Luke means 'Man from Lucania'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Luke a Christian name?
Luke is a New Testament name, the evangelist traditionally credited with the Gospel of Luke and Acts and the patron saint of doctors and artists.
How do you pronounce Luke?
Luke is pronounced LOOK.
Is Luke a boy or girl name?
Luke is usually a boy name.