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Edward vs Luke

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Luke

Boy #34 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"man from Lucania"

Origin: Greek Loukas referring to Lucania region of Italy

Cultural Roots

Greek English Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#34
Total SSA Count
7,039
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edward Rank #228
Luke Rank #34

Luke is more popular, ranked #34 vs #228 for Edward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Luke more popular?

Luke is more popular, ranked #34 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Luke mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Luke means "man from Lucania" (Greek Loukas referring to Lucania region of Italy origin).

Are Edward and Luke boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Luke is primarily a boy name.

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