Luna
Luna first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2022, when 8,977 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,076.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Luna popular?
Rising Luna has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 46,161 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 34,179 | |
| 2000s | 4,737 | |
| 1990s | 552 | |
| 1980s | 115 | |
| 1970s | 67 | |
| 1960s | 29 | |
| 1950s | 44 | |
| 1940s | 91 | |
| 1930s | 173 | |
| 1920s | 414 | |
| 1910s | 409 | |
| 1900s | 298 | |
| 1890s | 278 | |
| 1880s | 168 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Luna mean?
Luna is the Latin word for 'moon' and the name of the Roman goddess who personified it, counterpart to the Greek Selene. The meaning is literal and well established.
Nicknames for Luna
- Lune
Variants & spellings
- Lluna
Names like Luna
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Names that pair well with Luna
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luna mean?
Luna means Moon. Luna is the Latin word for 'moon' and the name of the Roman goddess who personified it, counterpart to the Greek Selene. The meaning is literal and well established.
What is the origin of the name Luna?
Luna is of latin origin.
How do you pronounce Luna?
Luna is pronounced “LOO-nah.”
Is Luna a boy or a girl name?
Luna is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Luna a popular name right now?
Luna has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Luna?
In 2025, Luna ranked #27 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Luna most popular?
Luna was most popular in 2022, when about 8,977 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Luna?
Common nicknames for Luna include Lune.
What names are similar to Luna?
Names similar to Luna include Aurora, Nova, Stella, Selena.
What names go well with Luna?
latin names that pair well with Luna include Mark, Amanda, Emily, Olivia, Ava.