Luna is the Latin word for moon and the Roman goddess of the moon. Its celestial beauty and mystical charm have catapulted it into the top tier of modern baby names. Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter became a beloved icon of this name.

Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic: LU-NA
Syllables: 2

Geographic and Cultural Usage

Outside Latin countries, Luna is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "Moon" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.

Popularity

In NameBloom's internal list, Luna sits around #6 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.

Notable People Named Luna

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Luna (singer)
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Luna Maya

Variants and Related Names

Spelling variants

Lunette — alternate form of Luna
Lunaria — alternate form of Luna
Selene — alternate form of Luna

Related names

Nova

Same Latin naming tradition

"New; exploding star"

Stella

Same Latin naming tradition

"Star"

Celeste

Same Latin naming tradition

"Heavenly, celestial"

Aurora

Same Latin naming tradition

"Dawn"

Selene

Shared meaning: "Moon"

"Moon"

Olivia

Same Latin naming tradition

"Olive tree"

Frequently Asked Questions about Luna

What does Luna mean?

Luna means "Moon" in Latin tradition. Luna is a girl name from Latin meaning "Moon." Luna is the Latin word for moon and the Roman goddess of the moon.

How do you pronounce Luna?

Luna is pronounced LU-NA (2 syllables).

What language is Luna from?

Luna comes from Latin. Luna is the Latin word for moon and the Roman goddess of the moon.

Is Luna a boy or girl name?

Luna is primarily used as a girl's name.

What does Luna mean in English?

English references usually translate Luna as "Moon." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from Latin.

Is Luna a rare name?

In NameBloom's internal list, Luna sits around #6 — widely recognized. National statistics (SSA, ONS, etc.) may differ.

What is the origin of the name Luna?

What are variants of Luna?