Lucas

A classic name often linked to Latin/Greek traditions and widely known through biblical usage.

Lucas is a masculine given name with a long history and broad modern recognition. It appears across many languages, and it’s also familiar through biblical usage, which has helped it remain stable and recognizable. Etymology is commonly discussed by connecting Lucas to Latin forms such as Lucas and, in some references, to related longer forms like Lucanus. Because the name traveled through Greek and Latin transmission in different periods, references can emphasize different historical links depending on their focus. Pronunciation in English is usually LOO-kus, with two syllables and stress on the first. A practical tip is that the spelling Lukas is common in several European languages, and the nickname Luke is widely used in English.

Etymology: Often connected to Latin Lucas (related to the longer form Lucanus in some references) and also to Greek/Latin biblical transmission; sources differ in which historical link they emphasize.