Lua Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Lua has Latin origins, meaning 'moon'. It has evolved from ancient Latin forms and is associated with lunar deities. Today, Lua is viewed positively, symbolizing nature and uniqueness. It has no biblical roots but has historical significance in Roman culture.
The name Lua is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lua has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lua' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14020th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11333rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2551st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lua' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lua"
Pronunciation
/luːˈɑː/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name 'Lua' is derived from the Latin word 'luar,' which means 'moon.' In ancient Roman mythology, Lua was associated with the moon and was often linked to the goddess of the moon.
Meaning
moon
Language Evolution
Lua (Latin), Luna (Latin), Lúa (Portuguese)
Historical Usage
The name Lua has been used in various cultures, particularly in Latin-speaking regions. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique and nature-inspired name.
Variants & Derivatives
Luna, Lúa, Lunette
Modern Popularity & Image
Lua is currently perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with nature and beauty. It is favored by parents looking for unique names for their children.
Famous People
Lua M. M. L. de Oliveira, Brazilian journalist, Lua K. O. Reilly, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lua"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lua"
"Lua" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14020th of 19264 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11333rd of 35406 | 130 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2551st of 30306 | 840 |
Regional Popularity of "Lua" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lua" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
81.68% 6096th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
47.14% 2115th/4487 |
36.07% 2461st/6822 |
28.63% 1797th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lua"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lua" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.