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Koa vs Luka

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Luka

Boy #94 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"light, illumination"

Origin: Latin (Lucius)

Cultural Roots

Croatian Italian Slavic German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#94
Total SSA Count
3,697
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Koa Rank #292
Luka Rank #94

Luka is more popular, ranked #94 vs #292 for Koa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Luka more popular?

Luka is more popular, ranked #94 compared to Koa at #292 in the United States.

What do Koa and Luka mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Luka means "light, illumination" (Latin (Lucius) origin).

Are Koa and Luka boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Luka is primarily a boy name.

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