Luca
Meaning: Light; bringer of light
Origin: Italian and Romanian form of Luke, from Latin Lucas, from Greek Loukas
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #125
Total births: 4,498
History: Luca surged in the 2010s as Italian-influenced names gained ground in Australia. Australia's large Italian community has profoundly shaped the country — from food to culture to naming. Luca represents multicultural Australia at its tastiest.
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| Current rank (2025) | #4 |
| Babies named Luca in 2025 | 393 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,498 |
| Peak year | 2024 (400 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #4 |
| Years in records | 2005–2025 (21 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 23 spots |
Frequently asked about Luca
What does the name Luca mean?
Luca means “Light; bringer of light” from Italian and Romanian form of Luke, from Latin Lucas, from Greek Loukas roots.
What is the origin of the name Luca?
Luca has Italian and Romanian form of Luke, from Latin Lucas, from Greek Loukas origin. The traditional meaning is “Light; bringer of light”.
How popular is Luca in Australia?
Luca ranked #4 in Australia in 2025 — given to 393 babies that year.
When was Luca most popular?
Luca peaked in 2024 with 400 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Luca a boy or girl name?
Luca is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Lucas in registered births are male.
Is the name Luca rising or falling in popularity?
Luca has risen 23 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #27 in 2020 to #4 in 2025.
How long has Luca been recorded in Australia?
Luca appears in birth records in Australia across 21 years — from 2005 through 2025.