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Summary

The name Lukas originates from Latin and means 'bringer of light'. It evolved from Lucius to Lucas and then to Lukas. The name has biblical significance through Saint Luke and has been popular since the early Christian era, particularly in Europe. Common variants include Luke and Luca. Today, Lukas is seen as a strong and classic name with modern appeal.

The name Lukas is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lukas has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Lukas' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6360th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1372nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 535th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 290th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 238th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25599th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Lukas' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.