Luke facts for kids
Luke is a name that can mean many different things! It's often a boy's name, but it can also refer to important historical figures, parts of the Bible, music, groups, and even places around the world. This article will help you explore the different meanings of "Luke."
People Named Luke
The name Luke is a popular masculine given name. It is also sometimes used as a surname. Many famous people and characters have been named Luke.
Saint Luke the Evangelist
One of the most well-known people named Luke is Luke the Evangelist. He was a companion of Paul, an important figure in early Christianity. People often call him Saint Luke or Luke of Antioch. He is traditionally believed to be the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.
Other Famous People Named Luke
- Luther Campbell, an American rapper, used "Luke" as his stage name.
Luke in the Bible
The name Luke is very important in Christian texts. It refers to a book in the New Testament and a collection of books.
The Gospel of Luke
The Gospel of Luke is one of the four Christian Gospels. These books tell the story of the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus. The Gospel of Luke is known for its detailed stories and focus on compassion.
Luke–Acts
Luke–Acts is a term for two books in the New Testament that are believed to be written by the same author. These are the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. Together, they tell a continuous story. The Gospel of Luke covers Jesus's life, and Acts describes the early Christian church after Jesus.
Music and Luke
The name Luke also appears in the world of music.
Music by Artists Named Luke
- There is an album called Luke by the musician Steve Lukather.
- Luke (French band) is a band from France.
- "LUKE" is also the title of a song by Susumu Hirasawa from his album Glory Wars.
Luke Records
Luke Records is a record label. A record label is a company that manages the production and marketing of music recordings.
Organizations Related to Saint Luke
Because Luke the Evangelist is traditionally seen as the patron saint of artists, several art organizations have been named after him.
Accademia di San Luca
The Accademia di San Luca, which means "Academy of Saint Luke," was founded in Rome in 1577. It was created as a group for artists. This academy helped train artists and promote art in Italy.
Guild of Saint Luke
The Guild of Saint Luke was a type of medieval artists' guild. Guilds were associations of craftspeople or merchants who worked in the same trade. These guilds were named after Saint Luke to honor him as the patron of painters and other artists.
Places Named Luke
Many places around the world are named Luke. These include towns, villages, and even military bases.
Villages in Europe
Several villages in Bosnia and Herzegovina are named Luke:
- Luke (Čajniče)
- Luke (Hadžići)
- Luke (Pale)
There is also a village called Luke (Ivanjica) in Serbia. In Estonia, you can find the village of Luke, Estonia, which is home to Luke Manor. Another village named Luke is located in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia.
Locations in the United States
- Luke, Maryland is a town in the United States.
- Luke Air Force Base is an important military base located in Glendale, Arizona.
- Luke Field was the name of an Army Air Force airfield on Ford Island, Hawaii, from 1919 to about 1939.
Other Places Named Luke
- Luke was an old English name for the Dutch city of Luik, which is now known as Liege, Belgium. This name was also used for goods like velvet and iron that came from Luik.
- Luke railway station is a train station located in Luke, Manitoba, Canada.
Other Meanings of Luke
The name Luke can also refer to a few other things.
Baron Luke
Baron Luke is a title in the Peerage of the United Kingdom. A peerage title is a special honor given to certain individuals, often passed down through families.
