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Lukas vs Bo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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 Rank #268
Bo Rank #452

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lukas or Bo more popular?

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

What do Lukas and Bo mean?

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

Are Lukas and Bo boy or girl names?

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

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