Luke Lee

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Luke Lee — light
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Luke Lee is a name combining English origins, bringing together "light" (Luke) with "meadow" (Lee). The first name Luke is a masculine given name of English origin. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures. The surname Lee from Old English lēah, meaning "clearing in the woods" or "meadow." Also a common Korean surname. Luke is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Luke reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Luke

Meaning: light

English

A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.

Surname: Lee

Meaning: meadow

Vietnamese

From Old English lēah, meaning "clearing in the woods" or "meadow." Also a common Korean surname.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

8
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Luke?
The first name Luke originates from English. A name of English origin (Old English / Anglo-Saxon). Its precise etymology is not fully documented, but it belongs to the broad tradition of English names found across many cultures.
How common is the name Luke Lee?
The first name Luke is shared by approximately 60K people worldwide. The surname Lee is among the most recognizable in its region of origin.
Where is the name Luke most common?
The name Luke is most prevalent in United States and surrounding regions.
When was Luke most popular?
The name Luke reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
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