Name meanings
The name Luka: meaning and origin
- Luka name meaning
- Luka origin
- Georgian names
Luka comes from the Latin Lucas, meaning one from Lucania, a region of Italy. Folk explanations often link it to light as well. It has been one of the most popular names in Georgia in recent years.
Where does the name Luka come from and what does it mean?
The name comes from the Latin Lucas, meaning a man from Lucania, a region in southern Italy. Folk explanations often link it to the Latin lux, light. In Christianity Luke is one of the four Evangelists.
Famous people named Luka
The best-known bearer is Luke the Evangelist, author of a Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles, whom tradition also calls the first icon painter.
Pet names for Luka
The most common affectionate forms are:
- Luki
- Lukako
What character is linked to the name Luka?
People say Lukas are curious, friendly and very talented. They learn new things fast and feel at home anywhere.