Loucas

Meaning

Derived from the Greek personal name Lucas, meaning man from Lucania.

Etymology

Loucas is a Greek patronymic or family name derived from Lucas, which comes from the Latin Lucanus (from Lucania, a region in southern Italy). The Greek form Loucas emerged through the adoption of this Latin name in Greek-speaking regions. The surname reflects the historical connection between Greek and Latin naming traditions.

About the Loucas Surname

A Greek surname derived from the personal name Lucas, reflecting Greek naming traditions. The surname is relatively common in Greece and Greek-speaking communities.

Distribution & Frequency

Primarily found in Greece and among Greek diaspora communities.

Loucas Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Notable Bearers

People with the Loucas Surname