Luther
Luther is a Christian boy name of Germanic origin, meaning “People's army”.
| Meaning | People's army |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic |
| Pronunciation | LOO-ther |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, Germany |
Meaning and origin of Luther
Luther comes from the Germanic name Leuthar or Lothar, from liut, 'people', and heri, 'army'. It became famous as the surname of Martin Luther, whose Ninety-five Theses of 1517 began the Protestant Reformation. In the US it was widely given in his honour, and later in honour of Martin Luther King Jr. In Germany Luther remains mainly a surname, while Lothar is the usual first-name form.
Is Luther a Christian name?
Luther is a strongly Protestant name in honour of the reformer Martin Luther; the name itself is Germanic, not biblical.
How popular is Luther?
Uncommon today, with occasional revival as a vintage name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luther mean?
Luther means 'People's army'. It is of Germanic origin.
Is Luther a Christian name?
Luther is a strongly Protestant name in honour of the reformer Martin Luther; the name itself is Germanic, not biblical.
How do you pronounce Luther?
Luther is pronounced LOO-ther.
Is Luther a boy or girl name?
Luther is usually a boy name.