How Many People Are Named Luka?
Complete statistics for the name Luka: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Luka is a modern name with a very rare feel. About 25,397 people in the US are named Luka, which means it's as uncommon as finding a needle in a haystack, 1 in 12,994. Most Luka's are young, with almost everyone under 30.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The number 9 in numerology traditionally represents compassion, wisdom, and a humanitarian spirit. People connected to 9 are thought to be old souls drawn to helping others and seeking deeper meaning in life.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 7All 25,604 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Luka Through the Generations
The name Luka has seen a steady rise in popularity, with its peak year coming in 2024 when 3,714 babies were named Luka. This contrasts sharply with the total births of 25,604 since its inception, showing a significant growth spurt. The vast majority of people named Luka are under 30, with only a handful aged 30-60 and none over 60, indicating a relatively new trend. This modernity is further emphasized by the fact that 99% of Luka's are under 30, making it a truly contemporary choice.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Luka
Luka is a Slavic masculine given name. In Japanese: ルカ, るか is transliterated Luka or Ruka, and can be masculine or feminine.…
Full list on Wikipedia →🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Luka's Slavic, Italian, Latin roots
📄 About the Name Luka
How Many People Have the Name Luka?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 821 people in the United States currently share the name Luka. That works out to roughly 1 in every 403,714 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Luka a Common or Rare Name?
Luka is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Luka Mean?
Luka means "light, bringer of light" and comes from Slavic, Italian, Latin origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Luka in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.
When Was Luka Most Popular?
The name Luka reached peak popularity in 2024, with 3,714 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Luka?
Approximately 821 people named Luka live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 821. That works out to roughly 1 in 403,714 Americans.
Is Luka a rare name?
Luka is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 403,714 Americans has this name.
What does the name Luka mean?
Luka means "light, bringer of light" and comes from Slavic, Italian, Latin origins.
Is Luka more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Luka are male and 2% are female.
When was Luka most popular?
Luka peaked in 2024 with 3,714 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.