The story behind Luke
From Latin Lūcās, from Koine Greek Λουκᾶς (Loukâs). See the Greek entry for more.
Pronunciation
General-American: /luk/
Regional pronunciation variants
- Received-Pronunciation: /luːk/
- Northern-Ireland, Scotland: /lʉk/
- Wales: /lɪu̯k/
- Early, Modern: /ljuːk/
Popularity
Luke ranked #10574 in US for 2025.
Source: SSA national baby names
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- Syllables
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- Gender
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- Syllables
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- similar length
Middle Names for Luke
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- Syllables
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Sibling Names for Luke
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- Syllables
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- Ending
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- compatible short style
- shared origin connection