Declining since 2021, #2,258 for boys today.
Popularity of Lukah since 2004
Babies named Lukah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 328 |
| 2020s | 453 |
Meaning & origin
Lukah is a modern American coinage that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 2004. It reached its peak popularity in 2020, after which its usage began to decline. As of 2025, the name ranks 2258th, with approximately 1 in 27550 boys receiving it. The name shows a falling trajectory, having dropped in rank since 2021. Its strongest states of usage include Ohio, Texas, and California. Lukah exemplifies the creative respelling trend, taking familiar sounds from names like Luca and Luke and giving them a unique spelling. Despite its recent origin, it has found a modest following among parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name for their sons.
Lukah is a contemporary coinage, first recorded in the United States in 2004. It appears to be a creative spelling of Luca or a blend of the traditional name Luke with the modern -ah ending, reflecting a broader trend of modifying established names to create distinctive but familiar-sounding forms. The name has no historical or linguistic roots prior to its modern usage.
Where Lukah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Luke, Luk
Sibling names for Lukah
Names that share Lukah's style, for a brother or sister.
