Lucas vs Owen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lucas

Boy #9 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Lucania"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#9
Total SSA Count
10,703
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Luke, Luc

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Lucas Rank #9
Owen Rank #26

Lucas is more popular, ranked #9 vs #26 for Owen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Lucas ___

  • Lucas James
  • Lucas Alexander
  • Lucas Thomas
  • Lucas William
  • Lucas Henry
  • Lucas Oliver

Owen ___

  • Owen James
  • Owen Thomas
  • Owen Patrick
  • Owen Lee
  • Owen Alexander
  • Owen Michael

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Lucas

Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Noah

If you choose Owen

Liam Nora Declan Fiona Caleb

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucas or Owen more popular?

Lucas is more popular, ranked #9 compared to Owen at #26 in the United States.

What do Lucas and Owen mean?

Lucas means "from Lucania" (Latin origin). Owen means "young warrior" (Welsh origin).

Are Lucas and Owen boy or girl names?

Lucas is primarily a boy name. Owen is primarily a boy name.

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