Luka

Commonly treated as a Slavic form of Luke and associated with that name family.

Luka is a masculine given name widely used across multiple Slavic-language regions, and it’s also familiar internationally through modern usage. In many contexts, Luka is treated as part of the same family as Luke, which makes it feel accessible even to people who aren’t familiar with its regional background. Depending on tradition and source, Luka is commonly explained as a Slavic form of Luke. The broader Luke name family is often linked to Greek Loukas, and some references connect that to a place-name tradition; other explanations differ in detail. In practice, Luka functions as a stable standalone first name regardless of which etymological framing a reference prefers. Pronunciation in English is commonly LOO-kah (two syllables). A practical tip is that Luka and Luca are often pronounced the same in many English-speaking contexts; if spelling matters for records, choosing one spelling and sticking with it helps.

Etymology: Established in Slavic-language usage; often understood as a form of Luke. The Luke name family is commonly linked to Greek Loukas, though detailed etymology can vary by source.