Rising since 1986, #2,125 for boys today.
Popularity of Luqman since 1976
Babies named Luqman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 20 |
| 1980s | 62 |
| 1990s | 90 |
| 2000s | 208 |
| 2010s | 416 |
| 2020s | 320 |
Meaning & origin
Luqman is a name deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, carrying the prestigious association with a Quranic figure celebrated for wisdom. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and has been rising gradually in popularity since 1986, reaching its peak rank of 2,125 in 2025. The name is given to about 1 in 25,119 newborn boys today, reflecting a modest but steady uptick. Its strongest geographic associations include Minnesota, Virginia, and Illinois. For Muslim families seeking a name that embodies moral insight and spiritual heritage, Luqman offers a meaningful choice with a clear cultural identity.
Luqman is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root l-q-m (لقم) meaning 'to swallow' or 'to eat quickly,' though the name's significance comes from the Quranic figure Luqman al-Hakim (Luqman the Wise), a man renowned for his wisdom. The name appears in Surah Luqman (31) of the Quran, which recounts his wise counsel to his son. It has been used across the Muslim world for centuries and remains popular in Arabic-speaking and South Asian communities.
Where Luqman is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Luqman” around the world
Where Luqman lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
60
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lukey, Lucky, Manny
Variants: Lokman, Lokhman, Luqmaan
Sibling names for Luqman
Names that share Luqman's style, for a brother or sister.
