Lucah

♂ Boy

Pronounced LOO-kah /ˈluː.kə/High

Meaning: Light-giving; man from LucaniaHigh

In 30 seconds: Lucah is a distinctive spelling variant of Luca/Luka, the Italian form of Luke, from Greek Loukas meaning 'light-giving.' It pairs a familiar sound with a fresh visual identity.

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Origin HighGreek, Latin

MeaningLight-giving; man from Lucania

U.S. rank (2024)#3018 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births41 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 591

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Greek Loukas may derive from Latin Lucius (light) or refer to the region of Lucania in southern Italy. Saint Luke, author of the third Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles, was a physician and companion of Paul.

Luca has ranked among the top baby names in Italy, Germany, and increasingly the United States for two decades. The Lucah spelling adds a subtle distinguishing touch — the final -h creating a warmer, more open visual ending — while preserving the beloved sound.

Did you know? The name Luke — from which Luca and Lucah descend — belongs to Saint Luke the Evangelist, patron saint of physicians, painters, and butchers, whose Gospel is celebrated for its literary elegance and compassion for the poor.

Overall data confidence 87%

Oxford Dictionary of First Names — Loukas etymology and Luke variantsBehind the Name — Luca/Luka as international forms of Luke

Variations

LucaLukaLukeLucas

Nicknames

LouLuc

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Lucas— Latin form of the same name with wider use

Luka— Slavic variant spelling of the same name

Lukah— another Greek name

Larry— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lucah mean?

Lucah means 'light-giving' or 'man from Lucania,' as a variant of Luca/Luke from Greek Loukas. It carries the same meaning as Luke and Lucas.

How do you pronounce Lucah?

Lucah is pronounced LOO-kah, with two syllables and stress on the first — identical to Luca.

Is Lucah a boy or girl name?

Lucah is used as a boy's name, consistent with the masculine tradition of Luca and Luke.

How popular is Lucah?

Lucah is a rare spelling variant; the base name Luca is very popular, but Lucah itself remains uncommon, offering a distinctive take on a beloved classic.