Loek

Loek is both a female and a male name that originates from the Netherlands and is considered a short form of the name Lukas. This name goes back to the Ancient Greek name Loukas ‎(Λουκᾶς). Translated, the name can be defined as 'the Bright' or 'the Light-bringer', which is derived from the Ancient Greek term leukós (λευκός) that stands for 'bright', 'shining', 'white', 'pale-skinned', and 'weak'.

What does the name Loek mean?

Loek is both a female and a male name that originates from Dutch and is regarded as a short form of Lukas, which has its roots in the Ancient Greek Loukas ‎(Λουκᾶς). The meaning of the name is 'the Bright' or 'the Light-bringer', derived from the Ancient Greek word leukós (λευκός), which means 'bright', 'shining', 'white', 'pale-skinned', and 'weak'. Additionally, the name is associated with the Roman surname Lucanus, which refers to the southern Italian region of Lucania. In this sense, the name could also be interpreted as 'the one from Lucania' or 'the Lucanian'. Other variants include Loeki, Lucas, Luca, Lucaz, and Laux.

Where does the name Loek come from?

The name Loek has its roots in Ancient Greek and Latin and means 'the Bright'. The Ancient Greek term leukós (λευκός) stands for 'bright', 'shining', 'white', 'pale-skinned', and 'weak'. The name is common in the Dutch language.

How do you pronounce Loek?

Löck

When is the name day of Loek?

The name day for Loek is celebrated on February 17 and October 18.

Popularity

In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, the

Nicknames & pet names

Loeki / Loelo

Famous people

• Loek Beernink (Dutch actress)