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Luka
/ LOO-ka /
masculineMeaning
Person from Lucania; bringer of light
Origin
Italian / Slavic
Luka is the Eastern European and Italian form of Luke or Lucas. It refers to Lucania, an ancient district in Southern Italy. The root 'lux' also connects it to the meaning of 'light'.
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Luka.
NT AnalystsNF DiplomatsSJ SentinelsSP Explorers
ENFP
13.5%
ESFP
11.8%
ISFP
10.4%
ENTP
9.2%
ENFJ
8.5%
INFP
7.9%
ESTP
7.1%
INFJ
6.4%
ISFJ
5.8%
ISTP
5.2%
INTP
4.1%
ESFJ
3.6%
ENTJ
2.5%
INTJ
1.9%
ESTJ
1.6%
ISTJ
1.4%
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Luka feels modern, artistic, and international. It has become a top-tier choice for parents who want a classic name with a slightly more unique, global flair than 'Luke'.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
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Luka Dončić
Slovenian NBA superstar (b. 1999)
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Luka Modrić
Croatian football legend (b. 1985)