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Luke vs Dylan

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

Luke Rank #34
Dylan Rank #28

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #34 for Luke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luke or Dylan more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Luke at #34 in the United States.

What do Luke and Dylan mean?

Luke means "man from Lucania" (Greek Loukas referring to Lucania region of Italy origin). Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin).

Are Luke and Dylan boy or girl names?

Luke is primarily a boy name. Dylan is primarily a boy name.

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