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Bo vs Lukas

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bo

Boy #452 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to live, to dwell"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#452
Total SSA Count
692
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Lukas

Boy #268 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light, illumination"

Origin: Greek and Latin

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Polish Czech Slovak Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#268
Total SSA Count
1,287
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Bo Rank #452
Lukas Rank #268

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 vs #452 for Bo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bo or Lukas more popular?

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 compared to Bo at #452 in the United States.

What do Bo and Lukas mean?

Bo means "to live, to dwell" (Old Norse origin). Lukas means "light, illumination" (Greek and Latin origin).

Are Bo and Lukas boy or girl names?

Bo is primarily a boy name. Lukas is primarily a boy name.

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