Luster is an intriguing given name of American origin. Derived from the Middle English word 'lustre', which means shine or glow, this name is an unusual yet captivating choice for a child. It evokes images of brilliance and radiance, suggesting that it might suit a spirited and energetic personality.
The name Luster experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. In its earliest records from 1882 to 1934, it showed varying levels of use, with some peaks such as 37 births in 1920 and 32 in 1921, but also several years with fewer than 20 births each. Between 1935 and 1967, the name's popularity continued to oscillate, though it generally became less common overall, with most years seeing fewer than 20 births. After 1967, Luster nearly disappeared from birth records, with only a handful of births recorded each year until 1988, when there were just 6 births. In total, over the span of these records (1882-1988), the name Luster was given to 1120 babies.