Lucas Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Lucas means man from lucania; light. Latin form of the Greek Loukas, probably meaning man from Lucania.

Lucas is the Latin form of the Greek Loukas, which is thought to mean a man from Lucania, a region of southern Italy, though many people connect it to the Latin lux, meaning light. Saint Luke, traditionally the author of the third Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles, carried the name, and Luke is the usual English form. Lucas has been common in Germany, the Netherlands, France, Spain, and Portugal for centuries, and it spread through English speaking countries more recently. It is sturdy and easy to spell, with a warm sound. Luca is a popular Italian cousin.

Variants of Lucas

LukeLukasLucaLucian

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