Luna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Luna originates from Latin, meaning 'moon'. It has evolved through various languages and retains its celestial connotation. The name lacks biblical relevance but has gained popularity in modern times, often viewed as whimsical and trendy. Notable figures with this name include fictional characters and artists.
The name Luna is most popular in Nevada, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Luna has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Luna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22197th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8947th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 952nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2082nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5748th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7368th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4210th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 545th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 27th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Luna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Luna"
Pronunciation
/ˈluː.nə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Luna is derived from the Latin word for 'moon'. In Roman mythology, Luna was the goddess of the moon, often depicted as a beautiful woman driving a chariot across the night sky.
Meaning
moon
Language Evolution
Luna (Latin), Lune (Old French), Luna (Modern Italian, Spanish, Portuguese)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in Western cultures, and has continued to be a favored name in various countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Lunette, Lunaria, Lunetta
Modern Popularity & Image
Luna is currently perceived as a trendy and whimsical name, often associated with femininity and celestial themes, making it popular among new parents.
Famous People
Luna Lovegood (fictional character from Harry Potter), Luna Vachon (professional wrestler), Luna (singer and actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Luna"
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 "Luna"
"Luna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 22197th of 24088 | 7 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8947th of 23106 | 92 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 952nd of 9107 | 1,029 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2082nd of 9204 | 303 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5748th of 12526 | 84 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7368th of 19264 | 89 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4210th of 27321 | 354 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 545th of 35406 | 8,541 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 27th of 30306 | 70,692 |
Regional Popularity of "Luna" 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 "Luna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
32.71% 774th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
62.09% 1461st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
94.83% 3303rd/3483 |
- |
94.04% 3803rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
74.32% 3326th/4475 |
69.48% 3609th/5194 |
43.07% 2721st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
17.66% 809th/4582 |
11.43% 590th/5164 |
8.57% 627th/7313 |
5.05% 377th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
1.28% 51st/3984 |
0.78% 35th/4487 |
0.44% 30th/6822 |
0.24% 15th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Luna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Luna" 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.