Luc Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationLuke / luːkLatin; French
Meaning
Latin: light; French: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Luc has roots in Latin, derived from 'lux', meaning light. It is commonly used in French-speaking countries as a variant of the name Luke. The name has been popular in various cultures due to its positive connotation of illumination and clarity. Luc has also been associated with several saints, contributing to its historical significance.
Trend Summary
The name Luc has seen a steady presence in the U.S., with a slight increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Luke
- Lucien
International Variants
- Luca (Italian)
- Lucio (Spanish)
- Lukas (German)
- Luca (Romanian)
- Noé (French)
Famous people named Luc
Luc Besson is a French film director known for his work on movies such as 'Léon: The Professional' and 'The Fifth Element'.
Luc Montagnier was a French virologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discovery of the HIV virus.
Luc Robitaille is a former professional ice hockey player and a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Fictional characters named Luc
Luc is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem', often portrayed as a brave and noble warrior.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Luc was first seen in the United States in 1949. Luc has ranked as high as #1118 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Luc has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Luc (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 39 |
| 1991 | 31 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 84 |
| 1996 | 91 |
| 1997 | 103 |
| 1998 | 102 |
| 1999 | 109 |
| 2000 | 137 |
| 2001 | 147 |
| 2002 | 172 |
| 2003 | 153 |
| 2004 | 154 |
| 2005 | 152 |
| 2006 | 137 |
| 2007 | 118 |
| 2008 | 135 |
| 2009 | 100 |
| 2010 | 124 |
| 2011 | 97 |
| 2012 | 88 |
| 2013 | 93 |
| 2014 | 87 |
| 2015 | 81 |
| 2016 | 96 |
| 2017 | 78 |
| 2018 | 64 |
| 2019 | 57 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 60 |
| 2022 | 67 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 34 |