Luka
Meaning of Luka
The name Luka, predominantly a male name, has roots in Slavic and Italian cultures. Pronounced as LOO-kah (/ˈluːka/ or /ˈluːkə/), Luka is a variant of the more widely known names Luca and Lucas. Its popularity has seen a remarkable rise in the United States over recent decades, climbing from 5 occurrences in 1981 to an impressive 3,650 in 2023, making it the 95th most popular baby name that year. This steady increase reflects its growing appeal among parents seeking a name that is both unique and internationally recognized. Luka carries connotations of strength and modernity while maintaining a timeless charm that appeals across generations and cultures.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as LOO-kah (/ˈluːka/)
English (from Slavic origin)
- Pronunced as LOO-kah (/ˈluːkə/)
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Notable People Named Luka
| Luka Modrić is a highly esteemed Croatian professional footballer known for his exceptional midfield skills and leadership on the field for Real Madrid and the Croatia national team. |
| Luka Dončić is a Slovenian professional basketball player known for his success with the Dallas Mavericks and the Slovenia national team, and is considered one of the greatest European players in basketball history. |
| Luka Romero Bezzana is an Argentine professional footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder at Serie A club AC Milan, with a background of being born in Mexico and raised in Spain. |
| Luka Šulić is a Slovenian-Croatian cellist known for his work as a member of the duo 2CELLOS with Stjepan Hauser. |
| Luka Mezgec is a Slovenian road bicycle racer known for his victories in the Tour of Beijing and participation in the Vuelta a España. |
