Declining since 2022, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Deluca since 2016
Babies named Deluca per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 61 |
| 2020s | 217 |
Meaning & origin
Deluca is a rare Italian surname-turned-first-name that entered U.S. baby name records in 2016, reflecting a modern trend of adopting surnames as given names. As of 2025, it ranks at 5,861 with about 1 in every 113,872 newborns receiving the name. Its popularity peaked in 2023, but has since been on a declining trajectory starting in 2022. The name has no top state concentrations, suggesting it is used sparingly across the country. Deluca fits alongside other Italian-influenced choices like Enzo and Gianna, appealing to parents who favor a distinctive, surname-style name with European flair.
Deluca is an Italian surname derived from the given name Luca (equivalent to Luke), with the preposition 'de' meaning 'of' or 'from'. Its use as a given name is a modern phenomenon, likely influenced by surnames-turned-first-names in English-speaking countries. The name entered U.S. baby name records only in 2016, reflecting a broader trend of adopting Italian surnames as first names.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: De Luca, DeLuca
Sibling names for Deluca
Names that share Deluca's style, for a brother or sister.
