Holding steady.
Popularity of Lukis since 2000
Babies named Lukis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 87 |
| 2010s | 103 |
| 2020s | 8 |
Meaning & origin
Lukis is a modern invented name or a respelling of Lucas, first recorded in the United States in 2000. It reached its peak usage in 2012, but it has never ranked in the top 1000, making it a truly rare choice. The name has a stable trajectory, neither rapidly rising nor falling in the years since its peak, and it is given predominantly to boys. Despite its rarity, Lukis fits comfortably alongside other contemporary short vowel names like Miles and Finn. Its obscurity appeals to parents seeking a distinctive name that still sounds familiar through its connection to the classic Lucas.
Lukis is a very rare modern given name, likely a respelling or variant of Lucas, which derives from the Latin name Lucas meaning 'from Lucania' (a region in southern Italy). The spelling with 'k' and 'is' ending gives it a distinctive modern feel. Records show it first appearing in the United States around 2000, with a peak in usage in 2012. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names and remains uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Luke, Luk
Sibling names for Lukis
Names that share Lukis's style, for a brother or sister.
