Theo vs Luka

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theo

Boy #80 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek (theodoros)

Cultural Roots

English Greek French German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#80
Total SSA Count
4,110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Theo Rank #80
Luka Rank #94

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 vs #94 for Luka.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theo or Luka more popular?

Theo is more popular, ranked #80 compared to Luka at #94 in the United States.

What do Theo and Luka mean?

Theo means "gift of God" (Greek (theodoros) origin). Luka means "light, illumination" (Latin (Lucius) origin).

Are Theo and Luka boy or girl names?

Theo is primarily a boy name. Luka is primarily a boy name.

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