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UK surname

Lukas

A surname of Greek origin meaning "from Lucania," referring to an ancient region in southern Italy.

In the 1881 census there were 6 people recorded with the Lukas surname, ranking it #32,926 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 192, ranked #20,118, up from #32,926 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Tweeddale West Area, Westminster and North East Derbyshire.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Lukas is 192 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 3100.0%.

1881 census count

6

Ranked #32,926

Modern count

192

2016, ranked #20,118

Peak year

2016

192 bearers

Map years

2

2006 to 2016

Key insights

  • Lukas had 6 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #32,926 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 192 in 2016, ranked #20,118.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 31 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Diverse Educated Urban Singles.

Lukas surname distribution map

The map shows where the Lukas surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Lukas surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Lukas over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1851 historical 23 #29,205
1861 historical 31 #30,058
1881 historical 6 #32,926
1891 historical 6 #33,800
1901 historical 3 #34,063
1997 modern 84 #29,106
1998 modern 95 #28,303
1999 modern 98 #28,050
2000 modern 103 #27,280
2001 modern 95 #28,101
2002 modern 105 #27,123
2003 modern 109 #26,361
2004 modern 113 #25,999
2005 modern 104 #27,369
2006 modern 140 #22,948
2007 modern 157 #21,546
2008 modern 166 #20,966
2009 modern 164 #21,628
2010 modern 164 #22,109
2011 modern 158 #22,473
2012 modern 178 #20,758
2013 modern 174 #21,401
2014 modern 179 #21,186
2015 modern 172 #21,649
2016 modern 192 #20,118

Geography

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Where Lukas' are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Tweeddale West Area, Westminster, North East Derbyshire and Wiltshire. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Tweeddale West Area Scottish Borders
2 Westminster 018 Westminster
3 North East Derbyshire 012 North East Derbyshire
4 Wiltshire 021 Wiltshire
5 Wiltshire 022 Wiltshire

Forenames

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First names often paired with Lukas

These lists show first names that appear often with the Lukas surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Lukas

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Lukas, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Multicultural and Educated Urbanites

Group

Diverse Educated Urban Singles

Nationally, the Lukas surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Diverse Educated Urban Singles, within Multicultural and Educated Urbanites. This does not mean every Lukas household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

This Group includes many never-married individuals not living with dependent children. Many were born in EU countries and are now aged between 25-44. This Group is characterised by its ethnic group diversity, although those identifying as Asian are not well represented. Affiliation with the Christian religion amongst residents is low. Reported disability rates are low. Neighbourhoods include some central locations in London and other major cities. Private renting is the norm, and there is some overcrowding. Many individuals are educated to degree level, and full-time employment is common, particularly in managerial and professional occupations.

Wider pattern

Established populations comprising ethnic minorities together with persons born outside the UK predominate in this Supergroup. Residents present diverse personal characteristics and circumstances: while generally well-educated and practising skilled occupations, some residents live in overcrowded rental sector housing. English may not be the main language used by people in this Group. Although the typical adult resident is middle aged, single person households are common and marriage rates are low by national standards. This Supergroup predominates in Inner London, with smaller enclaves in many other densely populated metropolitan areas.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Lukas is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Lukas is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Lukas falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Lukas is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Slower band Faster band

Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Lukas, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Lukas

The surname Lukas has its origins in the German language, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is a patronymic surname, derived from the masculine given name Lucas, which itself is derived from the Latin name Lucas, meaning "from Lucania" – a region in ancient Italy.

In its earliest form, the surname was likely spelled as Luca or Lucca, reflecting the Latin root. As it spread across German-speaking regions, the name evolved into the modern spelling of Lukas, with variations such as Luckas and Luckhaus also appearing in historical records.

One of the earliest documented references to the surname Lukas can be found in the Codex Diplomaticus Saxoniae Regiae, a collection of charters and documents from the medieval Kingdom of Saxony, dating back to the 12th century. This suggests that the name had already gained prominence in central European regions by this time.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Johannes Lukas was a respected scholar and theologian at the University of Prague. Records indicate that he was born around 1320 and played a significant role in the intellectual discourse of that era.

During the Renaissance period, the Lukas surname was associated with several notable artists and artisans. One such individual was Hans Lukas, a renowned goldsmith and engraver from Nuremberg, who lived from 1480 to 1550 and was highly regarded for his intricate metalwork.

Another prominent figure with the surname Lukas was Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt, an influential German architect and military engineer who lived from 1668 to 1745. He is renowned for his contributions to the Baroque architectural style, particularly in his design of the Belvedere Palace in Vienna.

In the literary world, Friedrich Lukas, a German novelist and playwright, gained recognition in the 19th century. Born in 1801, he is best known for his historical novels and plays that explored themes of German culture and national identity.

Throughout its history, the Lukas surname has also been associated with various place names, such as Luckasdorf (a village in Saxony, Germany) and Luckau (a town in Brandenburg, Germany), further reflecting its deep roots in German-speaking regions.

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1881 census detail

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Lukas families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Lukas surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Lancashire leads with 5 Lukas' recorded in 1881 and an index of 7.21x.

County Total Index
Lancashire 5 7.21x
Cumberland 1 19.88x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Toxteth Park in Lancashire leads with 5 Lukas' recorded in 1881 and an index of 212.77x.

Place Total Index
Toxteth Park 5 212.77x
Preston Quarter 1 714.29x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Lukas surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Ann 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Lukas surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Robert 2
James 1
John 1
Ralph 1

FAQ

Lukas surname: questions and answers

How common was the Lukas surname in 1881?

In 1881, 6 people were recorded with the Lukas surname. That placed it at #32,926 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Lukas surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 192 in 2016. That gives Lukas a modern rank of #20,118.

What does the Lukas surname mean?

A surname of Greek origin meaning "from Lucania," referring to an ancient region in southern Italy.

What does the Lukas map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Lukas bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.