gender neutral
Lucas
light-giving, illumination
About Lucas
Warm and approachable, Lucas has earned its popularity through genuine appeal rather than fleeting trends. This name offers comfortable familiarity without sacrificing style or substance. Lucas works seamlessly across cultures and languages, making it ideal for internationally-minded families. The name balances classical roots with contemporary relevance, ensuring it never feels outdated. Its gentle sound creates friendly, accessible impressions while maintaining appropriate dignity. Lucas has demonstrated remarkable staying power across decades, suggesting enduring rather than temporary appeal. Parents appreciate its straightforward spelling and universal pronunciation, eliminating common naming frustrations. The name offers natural nickname variations while standing strong in its complete form. Lucas suits all personality types, from quiet scholars to energetic athletes. It carries positive associations across literature, history, and popular culture. The name's two-syllable structure provides substance without being cumbersome or difficult. Lucas represents safe, solid naming choices that serve children well throughout their lives. Its popularity reflects collective recognition of its genuine merit rather than passing fashion.
Popularity of the Name Lucas
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | #550 | ||||
| 1883 | #987 | ||||
| 1885 | #891 | ||||
| 1886 | #731 | ||||
| 1891 | #740 | ||||
| 1892 | #723 | ||||
| 1893 | #684 | ||||
| 1894 | #830 | ||||
| 1896 | #942 | ||||
| 1898 | #854 | ||||
| 1899 | #688 | ||||
| 1903 | #975 | ||||
| 1908 | #995 | ||||
| 1909 | #993 | ||||
| 1912 | #982 | ||||
| 1913 | #960 | ||||
| 1915 | #989 | ||||
| 1918 | #929 | ||||
| 1923 | #989 | ||||
| 1959 | #983 | ||||
| 1960 | #864 | ||||
| 1961 | #805 | ||||
| 1962 | #819 | ||||
| 1963 | #874 | ||||
| 1964 | #796 | ||||
| 1965 | #823 | ||||
| 1966 | #815 | ||||
| 1967 | #946 | ||||
| 1968 | #753 | ||||
| 1969 | #708 | ||||
| 1970 | #645 | ||||
| 1971 | #577 | ||||
| 1972 | #517 | ||||
| 1973 | #452 | ||||
| 1974 | #319 | ||||
| 1975 | #231 | ||||
| 1976 | #231 | ||||
| 1977 | #205 | ||||
| 1978 | #136 | ||||
| 1979 | #108 | #228 | #362 | ||
| 1980 | #98 | #151 | |||
| 1981 | #89 | #138 | |||
| 1982 | #106 | #125 | |||
| 1983 | #117 | #159 | |||
| 1984 | #130 | #272 | |||
| 1985 | #122 | #272 | #338 | ||
| 1986 | #126 | #314 | |||
| 1987 | #121 | #188 | |||
| 1988 | #112 | #212 | #294 | ||
| 1989 | #114 | #219 | |||
| 1990 | #112 | #289 | |||
| 1991 | #107 | #169 | #84 | ||
| 1992 | #106 | #208 | #80 | ||
| 1993 | #95 | #212 | #377 | #67 | |
| 1994 | #95 | #188 | #325 | #55 | |
| 1995 | #91 | #136 | #273 | #52 | |
| 1996 | #93 | #132 | #358 | #54 | |
| 1997 | #98 | #126 | #134 | #248 | #52 |
| 1998 | #93 | #143 | #125 | #237 | #55 |
| 1999 | #90 | #109 | #123 | #193 | #47 |
| 2000 | #83 | #93 | #126 | #212 | #40 |
| 2001 | #83 | #85 | #43 | #221 | #39 |
| 2002 | #75 | #81 | #52 | #190 | #34 |
| 2003 | #71 | #75 | #56 | #197 | #33 |
| 2004 | #66 | #76 | #43 | #207 | #28 |
| 2005 | #58 | #63 | #53 | #156 | #21 |
| 2006 | #59 | #48 | #31 | #115 | #13 |
| 2007 | #53 | #39 | #16 | #92 | #9 |
| 2008 | #46 | #33 | #17 | #108 | #7 |
| 2009 | #39 | #16 | #11 | #79 | #9 |
| 2010 | #35 | #17 | #10 | #78 | #8 |
| 2011 | #29 | #23 | #4 | #81 | #5 |
| 2012 | #27 | #25 | #8 | #71 | #8 |
| 2013 | #23 | #24 | #8 | #64 | #7 |
| 2014 | #19 | #27 | #8 | #74 | #9 |
| 2015 | #16 | #26 | #14 | #82 | #8 |
| 2016 | #14 | #26 | #8 | #63 | #6 |
| 2017 | #11 | #23 | #9 | #59 | #7 |
| 2018 | #8 | #24 | #8 | #55 | #7 |
| 2019 | #8 | #24 | #5 | #56 | #5 |
| 2020 | #8 | #22 | #5 | #71 | #7 |
| 2021 | #8 | #22 | #7 | #64 | #12 |
| 2022 | #8 | #24 | #19 | #67 | #9 |
| 2023 | #9 | #24 | #16 | #61 | #7 |
| 2024 | #9 | #26 | #13 | #80 | #7 |
| 2025 | #10 | #29 | #18 | #68 | #10 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Lucas
Names Similar to Lucas
Nicknames for Lucas
- Luke
- Luc
- Lukey
- Lou
Famous People Named Lucas
| Lucas Moura | Brazilian footballer |
| Lucas Vázquez | Spanish footballer |
| Lucas Hernandez | French footballer |
| Lucas Till | American actor |
| Lucas Neill | Australian footballer |
| Lucas Black | American actor |
| Lucas Leiva | Brazilian footballer |
| Lucas Papademos | Greek economist and politician |
| Lucas Hedges | American actor |
| Lucas Digne | French footballer |
| Lucas Giolito | American baseball player |
| Lucas Pouille | French tennis player |
| Lucas Torreira | Uruguayan footballer |
| Lucas Grabeel | American actor |
| Lucas Ocampos | Argentinian footballer |
| Lucas Hernández | Spanish footballer |
| Lucas Piazon | Brazilian footballer |
| Lucas João | Portuguese footballer |
| Lucas Radebe | South African footballer |
| Lucas Glover | American golfer |
Characters Named Lucas
| Lucas Hood | Banshee |
| Lucas Johnson | EastEnders |
| Lucas Goodwin | House of Cards |
| Lucas Friar | Girl Meets World |
| Lucas Bates | Home and Away |
| Lucas Kane | Fahrenheit/Indigo Prophecy |
| Lucas Baker | Resident Evil 7: Biohazard |
| Lucas Kellan | Killzone: Shadow Fall |
| Lucas Bishop | Marvel Comics |
| Lucas Kendall | Power Rangers Time Force |
| Lucas Wolenczak | SeaQuest 2032 |
| Lucas Nickle | The Ant Bully |
| Lucas Scott | Falling Skies |
| Lucas Ray | A Dog's Purpose |
| Lucas Sinclair | Godzilla: King of the Monsters |