Luke
Male name · ★ Classic
88,294
Total Births
2006
Peak Year
#31
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Luke
Luke is a classic male name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 88,294 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 2000s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 938 births |
| 1890s | 909 births |
| 1900s | 1,093 births |
| 1910s | 957 births |
| 1920s | 815 births |
| 1930s | 574 births |
| 1940s | 537 births |
| 1950s | 929 births |
| 1960s | 1,613 births |
| 1970s | 4,076 births |
| 1980s | 10,527 births |
| 1990s | 17,262 births |
| 2000s | 32,247 births |
| 2010s | 11,447 births |
| 2020s | 4,370 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Luke?
Luke has been given to 88,294 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2006 with 3,843 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #31.
Is Luke a boy or girl name?
Luke is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Luke most popular?
Luke was most popular in 2006, when 3,843 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Luke?
Luke first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).