Boys name · Iowa
Luke in Iowa
Luke was the 37th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 67 babies named Luke that year. Since 1951, Iowa families have named 3,964 babies Luke.
Popularity over time
Luke in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 | 302nd |
| 1970 | 10 | 246th |
| 1979 | 92 | 57th |
| 1988 | 50 | 78th |
| 1998 | 92 | 54th |
| 2007 | 89 | 53rd |
| 2016 | 58 | 63rd |
| 2025 | 67 | 37th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa climbed from 302nd in 1951 to 37th in 2025.
The most babies named Luke in Iowa in a single year was 134, in 2001. Its best showing was 27th among boys names in 2001.
Across the country, Luke reached its best rank of 4th in Louisiana (2022). See Luke in every state →
How popular is Luke in Iowa?
Luke was the 37th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 67 babies named Luke that year. Since 1951, Iowa families have named 3,964 babies Luke.
How many babies are named Luke in Iowa?
In 2025, 67 babies were named Luke in Iowa. The most babies named Luke in Iowa in a single year was 134, in 2001.
What is the rank of Luke in Iowa?
Luke ranked 37th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 27th among boys names in 2001.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.