girl name · Norse origin
Runa
/ ROO-nah /
Meaning
Runa means Secret lore, rune (Norse).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Norse
Pronunciation
ROO-nah
Popularity
#2771 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Runa in the US, 1880–2025
Runa first appears in US records in 2000. It peaked in 2020, when 70 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 62.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Runa mean?
Runa comes from the Old Norse for “secret lore” or “rune.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Runa mean?
Runa means Secret lore, rune. Runa comes from the Old Norse for “secret lore” or “rune.”
What is the origin of the name Runa?
Runa is of Norse origin.
How do you pronounce Runa?
Runa is pronounced “ROO-nah.”
Is Runa a boy or a girl name?
Runa is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Runa?
In 2025, Runa ranked #2771 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Runa most popular?
Runa was most popular in 2020, when about 70 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.