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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.
to shine
A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered popular.
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Lucas is a masculine given name of Greek origin, derived from the Latin name Lucius, which is related to the Greek word 'lux' meaning 'light' or 'to shine'. It has been a popular name across Europe for centuries, often associated with St. Luke the Evangelist, the author of the third Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles. Its enduring popularity is due to its classic sound and positive meaning.
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