Λουκάς
Loukás/luˈkas/masculine
The English name Luke is translated into Greek as Λουκάς (Loukás). Wiktionary also lists Λουκ (Louk).
Meaning: given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Greek | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Λουκάς | Loukás | /luˈkas/ | masculine |
| Λουκ | Louk | transliteration |
Λουκάς is a masculine given name.
Which one should you use?
Λουκ is a transliteration.
How does it change in a sentence?
The name is masculine.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is Loukás.
Did you know?
- In Greek, the diminutive Λουκάκι uses the suffix -άκι, which can turn a masculine name into a neuter noun to express tenderness or smallness.
- In the Greek Orthodox tradition, someone named Λουκάς may celebrate their 'name day' with more fanfare than their actual birthday.
- The name Λουκάς is strongly associated with Saint Luke the Evangelist, who is traditionally credited as the first icon painter in Orthodox Christian history.
Examples in context
- Καλημέρα, με λένε Λουκάς.Good morning, my name is Luke.
- Ο Λουκάς είναι πολύ ευγενικός.Luke is very polite.
- Ο Λουκάς είναι ένας πολύ καλός φίλος μου.Luke is a very good friend of mine.
Example conversation
Nikos is asking Anastasia about a mutual friend.
- Νίκος NikosΈχεις νέα για τον Λουκά;Écheis néa gia ton Louká?Do you have any news about Lucas?
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΝαι, ο Λουκάς με πήρε τηλέφωνο χθες.Nai, o Loukás me píre tiléfono chthes.Yes, Lucas called me yesterday.
- Νίκος NikosΤι είπε ο Λουκάς;Ti eípe o Loukás?What did Lucas say?
- Αναστασία AnastasiaΕίπε ότι θα έρθει αύριο.Eípe óti tha érthei avrío.He said that he will come tomorrow.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “luke” translations and entries Λουκάς, Λουκ, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
