Luke

Traditionally connected to the name Lucas; commonly associated with Christian tradition through Saint Luke.

Luke is a classic male given name widely used in English-speaking countries. In Christian tradition, Luke is the name of Saint Luke, commonly described as an early Christian figure and the traditional author of the Gospel of Luke; many families choose it with that cultural context in mind. Outside of religious contexts, Luke also stands comfortably as a straightforward, well-known name. From an etymology standpoint, Luke is typically treated as an English form of Latin Lucas, historically connected to the Greek form Loukas, and references often connect it to the broader Lucas/Lucian family of names. Different sources emphasize different details, so it’s best read as a long-established name with a well-attested historical trail rather than a single simple literal meaning. Pronunciation in English is usually just one syllable: LOOK. A practical tip is that it’s easy to spell and recognize, and it tends to travel well across languages even when local spellings like Lukas appear.

Etymology: Often treated as an English form of Latin Lucas, historically connected to Greek Loukas. Usage and interpretation can vary by source.