Лука́
Lukámasculine
The English name Luke can be translated into Russian as Лука́ (Luká) or Люк.
Meaning: given name (name)
Ways to say it
| Russian | Romanization (Wiktionary) | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Лука́ | Luká | masculine | |
| Люк | Ljuk | [lʲuk] (narrow) | masculine, transliteration |
The translation depends on whether you are referring to a historical or biblical figure or transliterating a modern Western name. Additionally, be aware that the transliterated name Люк is a homonym with the common Russian noun люк, which means 'hatch' or 'manhole'.
Which one should you use?
Лука́ is the traditional Russian equivalent used for biblical or historical figures. In contrast, Люк is the modern phonetic transliteration used for Western names, such as 'Luke Skywalker'.
How does it change in a sentence?
When the transliterated name Люк is used as an object or to indicate possession, it changes its ending to Люка.
How do you pronounce it?
Luká
Did you know?
- The Russian word люк for 'manhole' or 'hatch' was borrowed from the Dutch word 'luik'.
- While Люк is used for modern names, you will almost never see a native Russian person named Люк unless they have foreign parentage.
- In historical Russian texts, Лука́ is often paired with traditional Orthodox saints, making it sound archaic to modern ears.
Examples in context
- Люк, я твой сын.Luke, I am your son.This sentence uses the form Люк to address the character.Tatoeba #2821752 by marafon, translation #917764 by Scott
- Люк, я твой отец.Luke, I am your father.Tatoeba #2821749 by marafon, translation #857305 by pabsango
- У Люка короткие волосы.Luke has short hair.This sentence shows the form Люка being used to indicate possession.Tatoeba #4655729 by Wezel, translation #3121925 by CN
- 4 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Ekaterina is introducing her son to Sergey.
- Екатерина EkaterinaСергей, познакомься, это мой сын Лука́.Sergey, poznakom'sya, eto moy syn Luka.Sergey, meet my son Luka.
- Сергей SergeyПривет, Лука́! Очень приятно.Privet, Luka! Ochen' priyatno.Hi, Luka! Nice to meet you.
- Екатерина EkaterinaЛука́ сейчас ходит в первый класс.Luka seychas khodit v pervyy klass.Luka is in first grade now.
- Сергей SergeyОн очень умный мальчик.On ochen' umnyy mal'chik.He is a very smart boy.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “luke” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry люк.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries люк, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
