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Girl name

Luna

Luna is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “moon.” It currently ranks #10 for US girls and is rising.

Meaning
Moon.
Origin
Latin
US rank
#10
Syllables
2
Letters
4
Starts with
L

Luna's popularity over time

↑ Rising
#10 in 2023Peak rank #10US SSA · girls
#1#92#183201320182023

Source: US Social Security Administration national name data. Lower rank = more popular.

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Frequently asked about Luna

What does the name Luna mean?

Luna means "Moon." and is of Latin origin.

Is Luna a boy or girl name?

Luna is most commonly used as a girl name in the United States.

How popular is the name Luna?

Luna ranked #10 for US girls in 2023. Over the past decade its popularity has been rising (peak rank #10).

How many syllables are in Luna?

Luna has 2 syllables and 4 letters.

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