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Theodore vs Luke

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

Theodore Rank #4
Luke Rank #34

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #34 for Luke.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theodore or Luke more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Luke at #34 in the United States.

What do Theodore and Luke mean?

Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin). Luke means "man from Lucania" (Greek Loukas referring to Lucania region of Italy origin).

Are Theodore and Luke boy or girl names?

Theodore is primarily a boy name. Luke is primarily a boy name.

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