Lute

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Lute Origin and Meaning

The name Lute is a boy's name.

Lute is a concise masculine name with multiple potential origins. Most directly, it references the stringed musical instrument popular during the Renaissance, deriving from Arabic 'al-ʿūd.' As a name, Lute may function as a short form of Luther (meaning 'army people' from Germanic roots) or Luthor. It might also derive from older English surname usage, possibly related to 'lute-player' as an occupational name. The name's brevity gives it a strong, distinctive quality that aligns with the current trend toward short, impactful masculine names. While extremely rare in contemporary usage, Lute carries appealing musical connotations and a vintage charm that might attract parents seeking an uncommon yet accessible name with artistic associations and a straightforward, masculine sound.

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Lute Rank in US Top 1000

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    Famous People Named Lute

    • Robert Luther "Lute" Olson
      American basketball coach

    The name Lute in Pop Culture

    • Lute
      a stringed instrument