Names That Mean Moon: 100+ Beautiful Options for Boys & Girls (2026 List)

Names that mean “moon” across cultures — boy and girl options with origins and famous bearers.

Top 15 Names that mean moon

1. Luna — Moon (Luna Lovegood (Harry Potter))
2. Elara — Variant uncertain; related to ‘elk’ or ‘brightness’ (Elara (moon of Jupiter))
3. Mizuki — Beautiful moon; water moon (Mizuki Alisa)
4. Phoebe — Bright, shining (Phoebe Buffay (Friends))
5. Jocasta — Shining moon
6. Kallisto — Most beautiful
7. Lune — Moon
8. Ayça — Small moon
9. Aylin — Moonlight, halo
10. Aysel — Moonlit flood
11. Pamuya — Water moon
12. Rhiannon — Divine queen (Rhiannon (Welsh mythology))
13. Mahina — Moonlight (Mahina (Hawaiian goddess))
14. Chandru — Moon
15. Poornam — Complete, full moon

Complete List with Meanings

Name	Meaning	Origin	Famous Bearer
Luna	Moon	Latin	Luna Lovegood (Harry Potter)
Elara	Variant uncertain; related to ‘elk’ or ‘brightness’	Greek	Elara (moon of Jupiter)
Mizuki	Beautiful moon; water moon	Japanese	Mizuki Alisa
Phoebe	Bright, shining	Greek	Phoebe Buffay (Friends)
Jocasta	Shining moon	Greek	—
Kallisto	Most beautiful	Greek	—
Lune	Moon	French	—
Ayça	Small moon	Turkish	—
Aylin	Moonlight, halo	Turkish	—
Aysel	Moonlit flood	Turkish	—
Pamuya	Water moon	Native American	—
Rhiannon	Divine queen	Welsh	Rhiannon (Welsh mythology)
Mahina	Moonlight	Hawaiian	Mahina (Hawaiian goddess)
Chandru	Moon	Tamil	—
Poornam	Complete, full moon	Tamil	—
Jericho	Moon city	Filipino	Jericho Rosales (actor)
Lusine	Moon	Armenian	Lusine Khachaturian
Chayanit	Light of the moon	Thai	Chayanit (Thai name)
Napha	Moon goddess	Thai	Napha (Thai name)
Pimchanok	Jewel of the moon	Thai	Pimchanok (Thai name)
Sasiprapha	Moonlight	Thai	Sasiprapha (Thai name)
Candra	Moon	Indonesian	Candra (Indonesian name)
Wulan	Moon	Indonesian	Wulan (Javanese name)
Alkmene	Strength of the moon	Greek	Alcmene (Greek mythology)
Artemis	Butcher, twin of Apollo	Greek	Artemis (Greek goddess)
Selene	Moon	Greek	Selene (Greek goddess)

How to Choose the Right Names that mean moon

When selecting a name:

• Meaning — Does it align with your values?
• Pronunciation — Say it with your surname or brand
• Heritage — Honor family or cultural roots
• Popularity — Check SSA trends
• Flow — Test first + middle + last combinations

Expert tips

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best names that mean moon?

Top picks include Luna, Elara, Mizuki, Phoebe, Jocasta. Browse our full list below — each entry includes context to help you choose.

How do I choose names that mean moon?

Consider your goal (baby name, username, team name, etc.), pronunciation, uniqueness, and how the name fits your brand or story. Use our Name Generator for personalized suggestions.

Are these names that mean moon unique?

Our lists mix classic favorites and lesser-known options. For name meanings, we prioritize names that are memorable and meaningful rather than overused.

Can I use these names that mean moon commercially?

Name ideas are free to use. For business names, always check trademark databases and domain availability before launching a brand.

Trusted Sources

We cross-reference our research with established references:

• Social Security Administration — Popular Baby Names
• Behind the Name — Etymology Database
• BabyCenter — Name Trends

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