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Lucas

Detailed analysis and trends

Basic Statistics

Rank
#9
Birth %
0.62%
2024 Births
10,703

Same Name in Class

Class of 20
5.5%
Class of 50
13.9%
Class of 100
26.4%
Popularity Over Time
Historical trends and 5-year forecast
Historical
Forecast
Popularity by State
0.44%
0.81%

Most popular in:

1. Iowa0.81%
2. Utah0.80%
3. California0.80%
4. Michigan0.79%
5. South Carolina0.79%
Name Details
Origin:Latin
Meaning:Light-giving
Category:Classical
Trend:falling
Peak Year:2017
Etymology:

From Latin 'lux' (light)

Historical Popularity

Actual rankings in previous decades

1990Rank #112

Much less common in earlier decades

2000Rank #83

Growing in popularity

2010Rank #35

Moderate popularity

2020Rank #8

Peak contemporary popularity

Peak: 0.704% in 2017

Name History & Cultural Context

Historical Background

Lucas has Latin classical origins, meaning "Light-giving". Names from classical antiquity often experience cyclical popularity as they represent both tradition and sophistication.

Contemporary Usage

Currently one of the most popular names in America, ranking #9 with 10,703 births in 2024. This name represents contemporary naming trends and has broad cultural appeal.

Statistical Insights

Reached its peak popularity in 2017 with 0.704% of births. Has 21 years of historical data from 2004 to 2024. Current usage represents 89% of its historical peak.

Trend Analysis

Gradually decreasing in popularity, which is natural for names that have had periods of high popularity. This creates opportunities for parents seeking a familiar name with reduced frequency.

Has 21 years of historical data from 2004 to 2024