| Meaning | bringer of light |
| Origin | Italian, Latin |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Luca |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Lu-ca |
Contemporary yet timeless, Luca has emerged as a sophisticated choice that defies traditional gender expectations. This name radiates modern confidence while maintaining an accessible, friendly quality. Luca's clean, simple structure gives it international appeal, pronouncing easily across languages and cultures. Parents selecting Luca often appreciate minimalist aesthetics and streamlined design principles, valuing what's essential over what's ornamental. The name suits diverse personalities—from artistic to athletic, from quiet to outgoing—never boxing a child into predetermined expectations. Luca works seamlessly in professional environments while retaining warmth in personal contexts. Its brevity makes it memorable and strong, while its vowel-ending softens its overall effect. The name has gained considerable momentum in recent years, reflecting shifting attitudes toward gender-neutral naming practices. For families who view names as individual identifiers rather than gender markers, Luca offers an elegant solution. It's forward-thinking without being trendy, substantial without being heavy, making it an appealing choice for progressive parents.
| Lu |
| Lucy |
| Lulu |
| Caca |
| Luca Shaw | Professional Mountain Biker |
| Luca Whitaker | Actress |
| Luca Pretolesi | Music Producer |
| Luca Tscharner | Swiss Politician |
| Luca Antonelli | Italian Footballer |
| Luca Ghiotto | Italian Racing Driver |
| Luca Urlando | American Swimmer |
| Luca Ferri | Italian Model |
| Luca Tommassini | Choreographer |
| Luca Marenzio | Italian Composer |
| Luca Zingaretti | Italian Actor |
| Luca Dotti | Son of Audrey Hepburn |
| Luca Marinelli | Italian Actor |
| Luca Barbarossa | Italian Singer |
| Luca Clemente | Italian Pianist |
| Luca Guadagnino | Italian Director |
| Luca Cordero di Montezemolo | Italian Businessman |
| Luca Turilli | Italian Guitarist |
| Luca Calvani | Italian Actor |
| Luca Ruch | Swiss Artistic Gymnast |
| Luca Gardner | Character in "The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet" by Becky Chambers |
| Luca Brazi | Character in "The Godfather" by Mario Puzo |
| Luca Morandi | Character in "Perfect Strangers" TV series |
| Luca Trapanese | Character in "Braccialetti Rossi" TV series |
| Luca Gualtieri | Character in "Il Commissario Montalbano" TV series |
| Luca Benvenuti | Character in "Buddies" TV series |
| Luca Malbec | Character in "The Siren" by Kiera Cass |