Lucas at a glance
- Meaning
- Bringer of light
- Origin
- Latin
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- LU-cas
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Lucaas, Lucasa, Lucasie, Luces, Lucaasa, Lucaasie
Lucky details for Lucas
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Lucas is a Latin name meaning “bringer of light”. Parents choose Lucas for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Lucas reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Lucas
What does the name Lucas mean?
Lucas means “bringer of light” and comes from a Latin root.
Is Lucas a boy or girl name?
Lucas is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Lucas?
Lucas is pronounced LU-cas (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Lucas?
The lucky number for Lucas is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Lucas?
Popular short forms include Luca, Luci, Lucy, Luy.
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