Luca
Meaning: Light, from Lucania
Origin: Latin/Italian
Gender: Boy
Rank in Italy: #11
Total births: 107,061
History: From Latin 'lux' meaning light, or from the ancient region of Lucania. One of Italy's most beloved names, associated with Saint Luke the Evangelist and painter Luca Signorelli.
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| Current rank (2024) | #34 |
| Babies named Luca in 2024 | 1,094 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 107,061 |
| Peak year | 2000 (7,827 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #5 |
| Years in records | 1999–2024 (26 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 10 spots |
Frequently asked about Luca
What does the name Luca mean?
Luca means “Light, from Lucania” from Latin/Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Luca?
Luca has Latin/Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “Light, from Lucania”.
How popular is Luca in Italy?
Luca ranked #34 in Italy in 2024 — given to 1,094 babies that year.
When was Luca most popular?
Luca peaked in 2000 with 7,827 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Luca a boy or girl name?
Luca is predominantly a boys' name in Italy — over 90% of Lucas in registered births are male.
Is the name Luca rising or falling in popularity?
Luca has fallen 10 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Italy — from #24 in 2019 to #34 in 2024.
How long has Luca been recorded in Italy?
Luca appears in birth records in Italy across 26 years — from 1999 through 2024.