Lucas Cooper

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Lucas Cooper — light
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Lucas Cooper is a name combining Latin origins, bringing together "light" (Lucas) with "barrel maker" (Cooper). The first name Lucas is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Lucas is a multilingual masculine given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin verb "lucere", meaning "to shine". Lucas is used as a given name in Greek, English, Spanish, French, Dutch, and Portuguese. The surname Cooper occupational surname for a maker of barrels and casks. From Medieval Latin cupa (tub, cask). Lucas is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 47K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Lucas reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Lucas

Meaning: light

Latin

Lucas is a multilingual masculine given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin verb "lucere", meaning "to shine". Lucas is used as a given name in Greek, English, Spanish, French, Dutch, and Portuguese.

Surname: Cooper

Meaning: barrel maker

English

Occupational surname for a maker of barrels and casks. From Medieval Latin cupa (tub, cask).

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Lucas is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Lucas by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Lucas Cooper

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Lucas Cooper:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Lucas?
The first name Lucas originates from Latin. Lucas is a multilingual masculine given name of Latin origin. It is derived from the Latin verb "lucere", meaning "to shine". Lucas is used as a given name in Greek, English, Spanish, French, Dutch, and Portuguese.
When was Lucas most popular?
The name Lucas reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cooper?
The surname Cooper originates from English. Occupational surname for a maker of barrels and casks. From Medieval Latin cupa (tub, cask).
What are the origins of the name Lucas Cooper?
The name Lucas Cooper combines two different traditions: the first name Lucas has Latin roots, while the surname Cooper originates from English.
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