Boy
Luther
famous warrior
About Luther
Luther resonates with historical gravitas and reformist spirit, carrying echoes of courage and conviction. This distinguished name has weathered centuries while maintaining relevance, demonstrating impressive longevity. Parents selecting Luther often value intellectual achievement, moral courage, and social consciousness—qualities embodied by its most famous bearer. The name suggests someone principled, thoughtful, and willing to stand for beliefs regardless of opposition. Luther's two strong syllables create solid, dependable sound that inspires confidence. While not currently trendy, this works to its advantage, ensuring your son won't share his name with multiple classmates. The name bridges traditional and contemporary worlds comfortably, feeling neither outdated nor artificially modern. Luther pairs particularly well with classic middle names and surnames, creating combinations that sound established and respectable. Boys named Luther often develop strong sense of justice and leadership qualities, whether influenced by their name or family values it represents. For parents seeking substance over style, meaning over trendiness, Luther offers enduring choice that honors past while looking toward future with hope and determination.
Popularity of the Name Luther
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #64 | |
| 1881 | #65 | |
| 1882 | #64 | |
| 1883 | #69 | |
| 1884 | #69 | |
| 1885 | #71 | |
| 1886 | #71 | |
| 1887 | #63 | |
| 1888 | #74 | |
| 1889 | #72 | |
| 1890 | #71 | |
| 1891 | #71 | |
| 1892 | #70 | |
| 1893 | #70 | |
| 1894 | #71 | |
| 1895 | #73 | |
| 1896 | #74 | |
| 1897 | #71 | |
| 1898 | #76 | |
| 1899 | #81 | |
| 1900 | #82 | |
| 1901 | #79 | |
| 1902 | #81 | |
| 1903 | #80 | |
| 1904 | #82 | |
| 1905 | #79 | |
| 1906 | #89 | |
| 1907 | #91 | |
| 1908 | #91 | |
| 1909 | #87 | |
| 1910 | #87 | |
| 1911 | #100 | |
| 1912 | #114 | |
| 1913 | #116 | |
| 1914 | #114 | |
| 1915 | #115 | |
| 1916 | #116 | |
| 1917 | #116 | |
| 1918 | #119 | |
| 1919 | #117 | |
| 1920 | #123 | |
| 1921 | #123 | |
| 1922 | #118 | |
| 1923 | #126 | |
| 1924 | #127 | |
| 1925 | #132 | |
| 1926 | #135 | |
| 1927 | #139 | |
| 1928 | #145 | |
| 1929 | #145 | |
| 1930 | #148 | |
| 1931 | #156 | |
| 1932 | #157 | |
| 1933 | #162 | |
| 1934 | #167 | |
| 1935 | #169 | |
| 1936 | #171 | |
| 1937 | #169 | |
| 1938 | #177 | |
| 1939 | #184 | |
| 1940 | #177 | |
| 1941 | #179 | |
| 1942 | #185 | |
| 1943 | #190 | |
| 1944 | #185 | |
| 1945 | #203 | |
| 1946 | #211 | |
| 1947 | #223 | |
| 1948 | #225 | |
| 1949 | #237 | |
| 1950 | #237 | |
| 1951 | #256 | |
| 1952 | #251 | |
| 1953 | #266 | |
| 1954 | #274 | |
| 1955 | #270 | |
| 1956 | #301 | |
| 1957 | #316 | |
| 1958 | #337 | |
| 1959 | #339 | |
| 1960 | #340 | |
| 1961 | #359 | |
| 1962 | #376 | |
| 1963 | #379 | |
| 1964 | #370 | |
| 1965 | #395 | |
| 1966 | #394 | |
| 1967 | #447 | |
| 1968 | #430 | |
| 1969 | #433 | |
| 1970 | #441 | |
| 1971 | #459 | |
| 1972 | #459 | |
| 1973 | #497 | |
| 1974 | #511 | |
| 1975 | #525 | |
| 1976 | #515 | |
| 1977 | #544 | |
| 1978 | #566 | |
| 1979 | #559 | |
| 1980 | #610 | |
| 1981 | #564 | |
| 1982 | #569 | |
| 1983 | #579 | |
| 1984 | #640 | |
| 1985 | #679 | |
| 1986 | #659 | |
| 1987 | #732 | |
| 1988 | #712 | |
| 1989 | #715 | |
| 1990 | #763 | |
| 1991 | #871 | |
| 1992 | #907 | |
| 1993 | #878 | |
| 1994 | #988 | |
| 1998 | #340 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand
Variations of Name Luther
- Luthar
- Lother
- Ludvig
- Lutero
Names Similar to Luther
Nicknames for Luther
- Lu
- Luth
- Thur
- Luke
Famous People Named Luther
| Luther Vandross | Renowned American singer and songwriter |
| Luther Burbank | Influential American botanist and horticulturist |
| Luther Campbell | American rapper and music producer |
| Luther Dickinson | American musician and songwriter |
| Luther Ingram | Soul and R&B singer |
| Luther Strange | American politician and former Senator |
| Luther Blissett | Former English footballer |
| Luther Elliss | Former American football player |
| Luther H. Evans | American librarian and UNESCO Director-General |
| Luther Perkins | American guitarist known for his work with Johnny Cash |
| Luther Allison | American blues guitarist and singer |
| Luther Younger | Inspirational blood donor with over 1,000 donations |
| Luther Davis | American screenwriter and playwright |
| Luther Gulick | Notable American political scientist and reformer |
| Luther Halsey Gulick Sr. | Founding father of YMCA and Camp Fire Girls |
| Luther Lindsay | American jazz trombonist |
| Luther McCarty | American heavyweight boxer |
| Luther R. Bradley | Former American football player |
| Luther Tucker | American blues guitarist |
Characters Named Luther
| Luther Stickell | From the "Mission - Impossible" film series |
| Luther Swann | From the TV series "V Wars" |
| Luther Van Dam | From the TV series "Coach" |
| Luther Cole | From the movie "Pale Rider" |
| Luther Hargreeves | From the comic book and TV series "The Umbrella Academy" |
| Luther Sloan | From the TV series "Star Trek - Deep Space Nine" |
| Luther Robinson | From the TV series "The Unit" |
| Luther Voz | From the movie "Machete Kills" |
| Luther Sledge | From the movie "The Ugly Ones" |
| Luther Zekiel | From the TV series "Lucifer" |
| Luther Heggs | From the movie "The Ghost and Mr. Chicken" |
| Luther Graves | From the movie "Savannah Smiles" |
| Luther Glass | From the movie "The Ladykillers" |
| Luther Jermoe | From the movie "Blue Collar" |
| Luther Krank | From the movie "Christmas with the Kranks" |