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Lukas vs Robert

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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Robert

Boy #90 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright fame"

Origin: Old High German (hrod + beraht)

Cultural Roots

English French German Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#90
Total SSA Count
3,785
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lukas Rank #268
Robert Rank #90

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 vs #268 for Lukas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lukas or Robert more popular?

Robert is more popular, ranked #90 compared to Lukas at #268 in the United States.

What do Lukas and Robert mean?

Lukas means "light, illumination" (Greek and Latin origin). Robert means "bright fame" (Old High German (hrod + beraht) origin).

Are Lukas and Robert boy or girl names?

Lukas is primarily a boy name. Robert is primarily a boy name.

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