Lukas vs Niko

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

Niko

Boy #344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Finnish Slavic Italian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#344
Total SSA Count
1,001
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Lukas Rank #268
Niko Rank #344

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 vs #344 for Niko.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lukas or Niko more popular?

Lukas is more popular, ranked #268 compared to Niko at #344 in the United States.

What do Lukas and Niko mean?

Lukas means "light, illumination" (Greek and Latin origin). Niko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Lukas and Niko boy or girl names?

Lukas is primarily a boy name. Niko is primarily a boy name.

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