The name Luther is of German origin, meaning "army people" or "people of the army. " Initially, it was a surname derived from a Germanic personal name composed of the words "liut, " meaning "people, " and "heri, " meaning "army. " Over time, it has evolved into a given name, particularly among Evangelical Protestants honoring Martin Luther, the 16th-century priest who initiated the Protestant Reformation. The name has also been influenced by Martin Luther King Jr, a prominent civil rights leader. Today, Luther is a versatile name with various cultural and historical associations.
