Names That Mean Moon
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250+ Names That Mean Moon The Ultimate List: Every Culture, Style & Language

The moon has captivated humanity for thousands of years. Every culture on earth has looked up at the night sky and given it a name worth remembering. Whether you are looking for a baby name, a pet name, a character name, or simply curious about lunar names from around the world, this is the only list you need. We have gathered 250 plus names that mean moon from over 30 cultures and languages, complete with origins, pronunciations, and famous namesakes.

Names That Mean Moon — The Master List

The moon is called by hundreds of names across the world’s languages. This master list brings together the most powerful, beautiful, and meaningful moon names from every corner of the globe, for girls, boys, and beyond.

Showing 1100 of 540 names
NameMeaningOriginGenderPronunciationPopularity
ShingetsuNew moonJapaneseMale
Rare
ChandThe moon; bright; lightSanskritUnisex
Uncommon
OptimaonPale glow of the moonEnglishUnisexop-ti-maon
Rare
NokomisDaughter of the moonNative AmericanFemale
Rare
SoraynPale glow of the moonJapaneseUnisexso-ra-y-n
Uncommon
FalguniBorn under moonSanskritFemale
Uncommon
KaleaBright moonHawaiianFemale
Uncommon
LevanaWhite, moon/sun risingHebrewFemaleLE-va-na
Rare
AizukiLoving moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
CalibanBlack (moon of Uranus)RomanianMale
Uncommon
NishaNight moonSanskritFemaleNEE-shah
Common
TokigetsuTimeless moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
TsukiharaMoon meadowJapaneseUnisex
Rare
LamarMoonlightArabicMalelah-MAR
Common
ShashiMoon; having a hareSanskritFemale
Uncommon
PulanMoonChamorroUnisexPOO-lan
Rare
AbaanguiCreator of the moonSouth American (Guaraní)Unisex
Rare
MinatsukiHarbor moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
ElathaGod of the moon in Irish mythologyIrishMale
Uncommon
MirulithPale glow of the moonFrenchFemalemi-ru-lit
Uncommon
TitanOf the giants (Saturn's largest moon)GreekMale
Uncommon
DarosdraPale glow of the moonFrenchUnisexda-ros-dra
Uncommon
FatiGod of the moonPolynesianMale
Uncommon
AydenFrom the moonTurkishMale
Uncommon
LuanMoon / phoenixChineseUnisexloo-AN
Rare
SylwynPale glow of the moonEnglishUnisexsyl-wyn
Uncommon
RinarPale glow of the moonJapaneseFemaleri-na-r
Uncommon
MikazukiCrescent moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
HarutsukiSpring moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
IndulekhaMoonbeamSanskritFemale
Uncommon
NilaniMoonTamilFemale
Uncommon
FenanaelPale glow of the moonFrenchFemalefe-na-nael
Rare
MiakodaPower of the moonNative AmericanFemale
Rare
EnzukiCircle moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
DelarPale glow of the moonJapaneseUnisexde-la-r
Uncommon
MitenaNew moonNative AmericanFemale
Rare
IlanilaYoung moonTamilFemale
Uncommon
VesperiaEvening moonFantasy / LatinFemaleves-PEER-ee-ah
Rare
ValentinaelPale glow of the moonItalianFemaleva-len-ti-nael
Uncommon
NexusonPale glow of the moonEnglishUnisexne-xu-son
Rare
TsukikadoMoon gateJapaneseUnisex
Rare
ConfianceethPale glow of the moonFrenchFemalecon-fian-ceet
Rare
HelerithPale glow of the moonItalianMalehe-le-rit
Uncommon
MahinaMoonHawaiianFemalemah-HEE-nah
Uncommon
AkitsukiAutumn moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
FeniaPale glow of the moonJapaneseMalefe-ni-a
Rare
AyatsukiTwinkling moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
RukiaMoon spiritJapaneseFemaleROO-kee-ah
Uncommon
AineSun and moon goddessCelticFemaleAWN-yeh
Uncommon
HyperionThe high one (moon of Saturn)GreekMale
Uncommon
AlolarPale glow of the moonItalianUnisexa-lo-lar
Rare
AmatsukiHeavenly moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
ManiMoon; Norse god of the moonOld NorseMaleMAH-nee
Uncommon
SayakaClear moonlightJapaneseFemale
Rare
ArtemisMoon goddessGreekFemaleAR-teh-mis
Very Common
SenkoCelestial moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
QuaceyMoonlightScottishFemaleKWAY-see
Uncommon
HinazukiSunshine moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
MinodoraGift of the moonGreekFemale
Uncommon
NaoaPale glow of the moonJapaneseUnisexna-oa
Uncommon
SylasethPale glow of the moonFrenchMalesy-la-set
Uncommon
ChandraBright; radiant; of the moonSanskritFemaleCHUN-dra
Common
AegaeonStormy one (moon of Saturn)GreekMale
Uncommon
GetsumeiBright moonJapaneseFemaleget-SOO-may
Rare
KurezukiTwilight moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
ReikazukiSpirit light moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
GuerrierethPale glow of the moonFrenchMaleguer-rie-ret
Rare
RentoLotus moonJapaneseMale
Rare
SukiarPale glow of the moonJapaneseFemalesu-ki-a-r
Uncommon
HoshielPale glow of the moonJapaneseFemaleho-shi-e-l
Uncommon
IoMoon of JupiterGreekFemaleEYE-oh
Uncommon
FengariMoonGreekUnisexfen-GAH-ree
Uncommon
FahdonPale glow of the moonArabicMalefah-don
Uncommon
KokoelPale glow of the moonEnglishUnisexko-koel
Uncommon
KorayEmber moonTurkishMalekoh-RAY
Uncommon
FranciscoFree land (moon of Uranus)SpanishMale
Uncommon
KhonsuTraveler (ancient Egyptian moon god)EgyptianMaleKOHN-soo
Uncommon
LaylaNight of the moonArabicFemaleLAY-lah
Very Common
DawaMoon / monthTibetanMaleDAH-wah
Uncommon
FuyuzukiWinter moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
SelenithDark moon elfFantasy / GreekFemaleseh-LEH-nith
Rare
MetztliMoonAztecUnisexmets-TLEE
Rare
PrimoinPale glow of the moonItalianMalepri-moin
Uncommon
TsukinoOf the moonJapaneseFemaletsoo-KEE-noh
Rare
ValoleonPale glow of the moonEnglishMaleva-lo-leon
Uncommon
VoruniaPale glow of the moonArabicMalevo-ru-nia
Uncommon
RengezukiLotus moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
BadarFull moonArabicUnisex
Uncommon
YueMoonChineseUnisexYOO-eh
Uncommon
VelorithPale glow of the moonEnglishMaleve-lo-rit
Uncommon
NarviMoon of SaturnOld NorseMale
Uncommon
ChandahMoon glowSanskritFemale
Uncommon
QamaraMoonArabicFemale
Uncommon
TsukihikoMoon princeJapaneseMale
Rare
RakeshLord of the full moon nightHindiMaleRAH-kesh
Common
MagenaComing moonNative AmericanFemale
Rare
MonaMoon / wishesArabicUnisexMOH-nah
Common
CalleFree moon womanSwedishFemale
Uncommon
MayarMoon glowArabicUnisexMAY-ar
Uncommon
KagetsuFragrant moonJapaneseFemale
Rare

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Luna

Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: LOO-nah
Culture: Roman mythology. Luna was the divine personification of the moon, worshipped as a goddess who rode her silver chariot across the night sky.
Meaning: Directly and simply means moon in Latin.
Popularity: #10 in the USA (2026), one of the fastest-rising names of the last two decades globally.
Famous Namesakes: Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter. Luna, daughter of Chrissy Teigen and John Legend. Luna Maya, Indonesian actress and singer.

2. Selene

Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: seh-LEE-nee
Culture: Ancient Greek mythology. Selene was the Titan goddess of the moon, sister of Helios (sun) and Eos (dawn).
Meaning: Derived from the Greek word selas meaning light or brightness; directly means moon.
Popularity: Rare and elegant. Not in top 200 in most countries, making it a distinctive choice.
Famous Namesakes: Selene, lead vampire character in the Underworld film franchise. NASA’s SELENE spacecraft, Japan’s lunar orbiter mission.

Girl Names That Mean Moon

The moon has always been linked to femininity, intuition, and the cycles of nature. These girl names that mean moon come from over 20 cultures, from ancient Roman goddesses to modern Turkish names, from Hawaiian shores to Sanskrit scriptures.

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NameMeaningOriginGenderPronunciationPopularity
SukiarPale glow of the moonJapaneseFemalesu-ki-a-r
Uncommon
LusineMoon or star (context dependent)ArmenianFemaleloo-SEEN
Uncommon
TsukiyoriMoon's blessingJapaneseFemale
Rare
LunaireOf the moonFrench fantasyFemaleloo-NAYR
Rare
TsukuyomiMoon readerJapaneseFemaletsu-ku-yo-mi
Rare
ShashiMoon; having a hareSanskritFemale
Uncommon
RosaielPale glow of the moonItalianFemalero-saiel
Uncommon
MikazukiCrescent moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
MizukiBeautiful moonJapaneseFemalemee-ZOO-kee
Common
LunettaLittle moonFrenchFemaleloo-NET-ah
Uncommon
RunaMoon beautyJapaneseFemaleROO-nah
Uncommon
HarutsukiSpring moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
StarlaLittle star of the moonEnglishFemaleSTAR-lah
Uncommon
NeonaNew moonGreekFemale
Uncommon
SeleneGreek moon goddess, frequently grouped with star names for its celestial theme (not a literal "star" name)GreekFemalesuh-LEE-nee
Common
KamariMoon; moonlightSwahiliFemalekah-MAR-ee
Uncommon
LeonoreBright moonlightGreekFemale
Uncommon
ChandaniMoonlightHindiFemalechun-DAH-nee
Uncommon
AnumathiFull moonSanskritFemale
Uncommon
BusanaMoonSinhaleseFemale
Rare
SonomaValley of the moonNative AmericanFemale
Rare
AleneMoon brightCelticFemale
Uncommon
IoMoon of JupiterGreekFemaleEYE-oh
Uncommon
ArtemisMoon goddessGreekFemaleAR-teh-mis
Very Common
LouiseonPale glow of the moonFrenchFemaleloui-seon
Uncommon
TsukiroPath of the moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
QamarMoonArabicFemaleKAH-mar
Uncommon
TsukisuzuMoon bellJapaneseFemale
Rare
FumizukiLetter moon (July)JapaneseFemale
Rare
LivanaMoon / whiteHebrewFemalelih-VAH-nah
Uncommon
ElarithMoonlight elfFantasy / ElvishFemaleeh-LAR-ith
Rare
HelunelPale glow of the moonArabicFemalehe-lu-nel
Uncommon
MitsutsukiShining moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
SayakaClear moonlightJapaneseFemale
Rare
SindyMoon goddessGreekFemale
Uncommon
GalmirPale glow of the moonJapaneseFemalega-l-mi-r
Uncommon
ConfianceethPale glow of the moonFrenchFemalecon-fian-ceet
Rare
ValentinaelPale glow of the moonItalianFemaleva-len-ti-nael
Uncommon
MagenaComing moonNative AmericanFemale
Rare
RengezukiLotus moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
FumigetsuScholarly moonJapaneseFemale
Rare
AmarisChild of the moonLatinFemaleah-MAR-is
Uncommon
EleanoraBright moonlightGreekFemale
Uncommon
NoctaraNight moonFantasy / LatinFemalenok-TAR-ah
Rare
QuaceyMoonlightScottishFemaleKWAY-see
Uncommon
SeraphineMoon fireHebrewFemale
Uncommon
RouxynPale glow of the moonFrenchFemalerou-xyn
Uncommon
ElulionPale glow of the moonJapaneseFemalee-lu-li-o-n
Uncommon
AmaraGrace of the moonAfricanFemale
Very Common
KanatsukiGolden moonJapaneseFemale
Rare

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Diana

Origin: Latin / Roman
Pronunciation: dy-AN-ah
Culture: Roman mythology. Diana was the powerful goddess of the moon, hunt, and nature; the Roman equivalent of the Greek Artemis.
Meaning: Divine or heavenly light, strongly associated with the moon.
Popularity: Timeless classic, consistently in the top 200 in the USA for over 50 years.
Famous Namesakes: Princess Diana, Princess of Wales. Diana Ross, legendary American singer. Diana Prince, real name of Wonder Woman.

2. Artemis

Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: AR-teh-mis
Culture: Ancient Greek mythology. Twin sister of Apollo, goddess of the moon, hunt, wilderness, and childbirth.
Meaning: Firmly associated with the moon in all Greek traditions.
Popularity: Rare but rapidly rising since NASA named its lunar return missions Artemis in 2022.
Famous Namesakes: Artemis Fowl, fictional genius from Eoin Colfer’s book series. NASA Artemis Program.

3. Ayla

Origin: Turkish / Hebrew
Pronunciation: AY-lah
Culture: Turkish naming tradition. Ayla describes the soft, glowing halo of light that appears around the moon on misty nights.
Meaning: Moon halo or halo of light around the moon.
Popularity: Very popular in Turkey and Germany; steadily rising in the USA, UK, and Australia.
Famous Namesakes: Ayla, main character of Jean Auel’s Clan of the Cave Bear novel series. Ayla Brown, American singer.

4. Phoebe

Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: FEE-bee
Culture: Ancient Greek mythology. Phoebe was a Titan goddess associated with the moon and prophecy.
Meaning: Bright or radiant, associated with the shining light of the moon.
Popularity: Consistently popular in English-speaking countries; in top 100 in UK and Australia.
Famous Namesakes: Phoebe Buffay from Friends. Phoebe Bridgers, acclaimed singer-songwriter. Phoebe Waller-Bridge, BAFTA-winning actress.

5. Mahina

Origin: Hawaiian
Pronunciation: mah-HEE-nah
Culture: Native Hawaiian culture. The moon (mahina) is central to Hawaiian traditions, used to track planting seasons, fishing times, and spiritual ceremonies.
Meaning: Moon or moonlight in Hawaiian.
Popularity: Rare outside Hawaii; a uniquely beautiful choice for parents who love nature-inspired names.
Famous Namesakes: Mahina, a common given name among Native Hawaiian families. Mahina Henry, Hawaiian cultural practitioner.

See also: See our full list of 160+ girl names that mean moon

Boy Names That Mean Moon

Moon names for boys carry strength, mystery, and a deep connection to nature and mythology. These male names that mean moon span from Norse mythology to Arabic tradition, from Native American culture to Hindu scripture.

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NameMeaningOriginGenderPronunciationPopularity
AkuMoon godScandinavianMale
Uncommon
JaciMoon; creator of plant lifeTupiMaleJAH-see
Rare
TsukasaMoon controllerJapaneseMale
Rare
EloloraPale glow of the moonJapaneseMalee-lo-lo-ra
Uncommon
GetsuyaNight of the moonJapaneseMale
Rare
InduMoonSanskritMaleIN-doo
Uncommon
ProteusSea god (moon of Neptune)GreekMale
Uncommon
MarcoinPale glow of the moonItalianMalemar-coin
Uncommon
MangetsuFull moonJapaneseMale
Rare
BahlooMale spirit representing the moonAustralian AboriginalMale
Uncommon
AerionPale glow of the moonEnglishMaleae-rion
Uncommon
AbylayFather of the moonKazakhMaleab-LAY
Uncommon
IhanFull moon; God's graceArabicMale
Uncommon
ConirayaMoon deity; god of instant fertilityIncanMale
Uncommon
JacyMoon / creatorNative AmericanMaleJAY-see
Rare
FerdinandCourageous traveler (moon of Uranus)GermanMale
Uncommon
GidjaGod of the moonAboriginalMale
Uncommon
VoralyxPale glow of the moonJapaneseMalevo-ra-ly-x
Rare
GunaySun and moonTurkishMaleGNAY
Rare
AydenFrom the moonTurkishMale
Uncommon
SylasethPale glow of the moonFrenchMalesy-la-set
Uncommon
TsukihikoMoon princeJapaneseMale
Rare
AeruswynPale glow of the moonFrenchMaleae-rus-wyn
Uncommon
JanusPassageway (moon of Saturn)LatinMale
Uncommon
VelorithPale glow of the moonEnglishMaleve-lo-rit
Uncommon
ManiMoon; Norse god of the moonOld NorseMaleMAH-nee
Uncommon
JougetsuSuperior moonJapaneseMale
Rare
AegaeonStormy one (moon of Saturn)GreekMale
Uncommon
GalileoAfter the great moon-observing astronomerItalianMale
Uncommon
AstennuGod of the moonEgyptianMale
Uncommon
JerichoCity of the moonArabicMaleJEH-rih-koh
Uncommon
NannaMoon godSumerianMale
Uncommon
RyomaDragon moonJapaneseMale
Uncommon
TomogetsuCompanion of the moonJapaneseMale
Rare
NobugetsuFaithful moonJapaneseMale
Rare
TsukimaruMoon circleJapaneseMale
Rare
ZarynethPale glow of the moonItalianMaleza-ry-net
Rare
ElathaGod of the moon in Irish mythologyIrishMale
Uncommon
AkayShining moonTurkishMale
Uncommon
BelmirPale glow of the moonEnglishMalebel-mir
Uncommon
HilalCrescent moonArabicMalehih-LAHL
Uncommon
PhantominPale glow of the moonEnglishMalephan-to-min
Uncommon
KalalornPale glow of the moonJapaneseMaleka-la-lo-r-n
Uncommon
ChigetsuWisdom moonJapaneseMale
Rare
GuerrierethPale glow of the moonFrenchMaleguer-rie-ret
Rare
IgalukMoon godInuit/EskimoMale
Uncommon
ArtemMale form of Artemis, goddess of the moonGreekMale
Uncommon
AldrinAfter Buzz Aldrin, second man on the moonOld EnglishMaleAWL-drin
Rare
HadafiaPale glow of the moonArabicMaleha-da-fia
Rare
GetsurouMoon pathJapaneseMale
Rare

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Badr

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: BAH-der
Culture: Arabic and Islamic tradition. Badr refers specifically to the full moon, considered the most beautiful phase. The Battle of Badr is one of the most significant events in Islamic history.
Meaning: Full moon, representing completeness, perfection, and radiant beauty.
Popularity: Widely used across Arab countries, Pakistan, and Muslim communities worldwide.
Famous Namesakes: Badr Hari, Moroccan-Dutch heavyweight kickboxing champion. Badr bin Abdullah, Saudi prince and Minister of Culture.

2. Khonsu

Origin: Ancient Egyptian
Pronunciation: KOHN-soo
Culture: Ancient Egyptian mythology. Khonsu was the moon god of Thebes, son of Amun and Mut, associated with healing and time.
Meaning: Traveler or he who traverses, referring to the moon’s journey across the night sky.
Popularity: Very rare as a given name; powerful choice for parents drawn to Egyptian mythology.
Famous Namesakes: Khonsu, powerful Marvel Comics character connected to Moon Knight. Temple of Khonsu, one of the best-preserved temples at Karnak, Egypt.

See also: See our full list of 150+ boy names that mean moon

Japanese Names That Mean Moon

Japan has one of the world’s deepest relationships with the moon. The annual Tsukimi festival celebrates the harvest moon every autumn. Japanese names that mean moon are uniquely beautiful, often combining the kanji for moon (月) with other meaningful characters.

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NameMeaningKanjiPronunciationPopularity
HoshielPale glow of the moonho-shi-e-l
Uncommon
HinazukiSunshine moon陽月
Rare
SukiarPale glow of the moonsu-ki-a-r
Uncommon
TsukinoOf the moon月乃tsoo-KEE-noh
Rare
HanainPale glow of the moonha-na-i-n
Uncommon
TsukishimaMoon island月島
Rare
AmatsukiHeavenly moon天月
Rare
HikariielPale glow of the moonhi-ka-ri-ie-l
Uncommon
TsukizakiMoon cape月崎
Rare
AkigetsuAutumn moon秋月
Rare
SayakaClear moonlight清香月
Rare
ChigetsuWisdom moon智月
Rare
GalmirPale glow of the moonga-l-mi-r
Uncommon
KogetsuSmall moon小月
Rare
VoralyxPale glow of the moonvo-ra-ly-x
Rare
TsukisoraMoon sky月空
Rare
RentoLotus moon蓮月
Rare

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Mitsuki

Origin: Japanese
Pronunciation: mit-SOO-kee
Culture: Japanese naming tradition. The kanji 美 (beautiful) plus 月 (moon) creates a name of delicate elegance.
Meaning: Beautiful moon, combining beauty and lunar grace.
Popularity: Consistently one of the most popular Japanese girl names; ranked in Japan’s top 20 for girls multiple years.
Famous Namesakes: Mitsuki, popular Japanese singer known for her dreamy music.

2. Kaguya

Origin: Japanese
Pronunciation: kah-GOO-yah
Culture: Japanese folklore. Kaguya-hime (Princess Kaguya) is the heroine of The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, Japan’s oldest known narrative.
Meaning: Shining night or radiant night, deeply associated with the moon in Japanese culture.
Popularity: Rare as a given name but extremely well-known culturally; rising after Studio Ghibli’s 2013 film.
Famous Namesakes: Kaguya-hime, Japan’s most famous moon princess. JAXA’s KAGUYA spacecraft, Japan’s lunar orbiter mission.

See also: See our full list of Japanese names that mean moon

Korean Names That Mean Moon

In Korean culture, the moon (달 / dal) is a symbol of purity, longing, and reunion. The Chuseok festival, Korea’s harvest moon celebration, is one of the most important holidays of the year.

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NameMeaningHangulPronunciationPopularity
BoyeongMoonlit glory보영BOH-young
Rare
DalMoon; valleyDAHL
Uncommon
DalbiMoonlight rain달비DAHL-bee
Rare
DalgiMoon brightness달기DAHL-gee
Rare
DalnimDear moon달님DAHL-neem
Rare
HaedalSun and moon해달HAY-dahl
Rare
HarangMoon lover하랑HAH-rang
Rare
MyungwolBright moon명월MYUNG-wol
Rare
SiwolTenth moon시월SHE-wol
Rare
WooriMoon spirit우리WOO-ree
Rare

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Dal

Origin: Korean
Pronunciation: DAHL
Culture: Korean. Dal (달) is the everyday Korean word for moon; simple, pure, and deeply connected to Korean cultural identity and the Chuseok moon festival.
Meaning: Moon, direct and beautiful in its simplicity.
Popularity: Used as a given name and nickname in Korea; rare outside Korean communities.
Famous Namesakes: Dal appears in traditional Korean folk songs and poetry about the moon.

2. Dalnim

Origin: Korean
Pronunciation: DAHL-neem
Culture: Korean. Dalnim (달님) adds the honorific suffix nim to dal, creating a respectful, affectionate address meaning dear moon; used in Korean lullabies and folk songs.
Meaning: Dear moon or honored moon.
Popularity: Rare as a formal name but beloved in Korean cultural contexts.
Famous Namesakes: Dalnim appears in traditional Korean children’s songs about the moon.

3. Haedal

Origin: Korean
Pronunciation: HAY-dahl
Culture: Korean. Combines hae (해, sun) and dal (달, moon), representing the harmony of opposites, light and dark, day and night.
Meaning: Sun and moon, a name of beautiful duality.
Popularity: Very rare; a distinctive and meaningful choice for those who love Korean culture.
Famous Namesakes: Haedal is referenced in Korean mythology about the sun and moon siblings.

Names That Mean Moonlight

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NameMeaningGenderPronunciationPopularity
AylinMoon halo / moonlightFemaleAY-lin
Common
ChandaniMoonlightFemalechun-DAH-nee
Uncommon
ChandrajyotiMoonlightFemale
Uncommon
ChandrikaMoonlightFemale
Uncommon
ElarithMoonlight elfFemaleeh-LAR-ith
Rare
EleanoraBright moonlightFemale
Uncommon
IylaMoonlightFemaleEYE-lah
Uncommon
JyotsanaMoonlightFemale
Uncommon
KamariMoon; moonlightFemalekah-MAR-ee
Uncommon
KamariaMoonlightFemalekah-MAR-ee-ah
Uncommon
KonaneGlow like moonlightFemalekoh-NAH-neh
Uncommon
LeonoreBright moonlightFemale
Uncommon
LewannaThe moon / moonlightFemaleleh-WAH-nah
Uncommon
MahnoorMoonlightFemale
Uncommon
MehtapMoonlightFemalemeh-TAP
Uncommon
NurayBright moonlightFemaleNOO-ray
Uncommon
QuaceyMoonlightFemaleKWAY-see
Uncommon
SayakaClear moonlightFemale
Rare
TsukihinaGentle moonlightFemale
Rare
YumitsukiDream moonlightFemale
Rare
ZiraMoonlightFemaleZEE-rah
Uncommon
GekkouMoonlightMale
Rare
LamarMoonlightMalelah-MAR
Common
DalbiMoonlight rainUnisexDAHL-bee
Rare
ZiriMoonlightUnisexZEE-ree
Uncommon

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Aylin

Origin: Turkish
Pronunciation: AY-lin
Culture: Turkish naming tradition. Aylin describes the beautiful circular halo of light that appears around the moon on humid nights.
Meaning: Moon halo or halo of moonlight.
Popularity: Very popular in Turkey; rising in Germany, Austria, and among Turkish diaspora communities worldwide.
Famous Namesakes: Aylin Mujica, Venezuelan actress and singer. Aylin, contestant on The Voice Turkey.

2. Chandani

Origin: Hindi / Sanskrit
Pronunciation: chun-DAH-nee
Culture: Indian subcontinent. Chandani is the Hindi word for moonlight, also the name given to the white moonflower that blooms at night.
Meaning: Moonlight, the silver light cast by the moon.
Popularity: Common across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.
Famous Namesakes: Chandni, iconic 1989 Bollywood film by Yash Chopra. Chandani, popular character name in Indian television dramas.

3. Konane

Origin: Hawaiian
Pronunciation: koh-NAH-neh
Culture: Native Hawaiian. Konane describes the quality of moonlight glowing on water, especially on the ocean at night.
Meaning: Glowing like moonlight or bright moonlight.
Popularity: Rare outside Hawaii; a deeply meaningful and culturally rich choice.
Famous Namesakes: Konane is also the name of a traditional Hawaiian strategy game played on stone boards, associated with moonlit evenings.

Names That Mean Moon or Stars

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NameMeaningGenderPronunciationPopularity
RinesithChild of the starsMaleri-ne-sit
Rare
BelorielChild of the starsMalebe-lo-riel
Uncommon
PleioneMother of the Pleiades in Greek myth; a star in TaurusFemaleply-OH-nee
Rare
AiinChild of the starsFemaleai-i-n
Uncommon
TaraStarFemaleTAH-ruh
Common
IzarStarFemaleee-SAHR
Uncommon
NaelarStar bornMalenae-lar
Rare
LusineMoon or star (context dependent)Femaleloo-SEEN
Uncommon
HalixChild of the starsMaleha-lix
Uncommon
TigreelChild of the starsMaletig-reel
Uncommon

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Celeste

Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: seh-LEST
Culture: Latin and French tradition. From caelestis meaning of the sky or heaven; used across Catholic Europe as a name associated with celestial beauty.
Meaning: Heavenly, encompassing both moon and stars in its celestial meaning.
Popularity: Consistently popular in France, Italy, Spain, and English-speaking countries.
Famous Namesakes: Celeste, popular British singer-songwriter who won the BRIT Critics’ Choice Award. Celeste Holm, Oscar-winning American actress.

2. Sitara

Origin: Persian / Urdu
Pronunciation: si-TAH-rah
Culture: Persian and South Asian tradition. Sitara is the Persian and Urdu word for star; used across Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India.
Meaning: Star, representing brightness, guidance, and celestial beauty.
Popularity: Common in Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Indian Muslim communities.
Famous Namesakes: Sitara Devi, legendary Indian classical dancer known as the Queen of Kathak. Sitara appears in Afghan and Persian poetry.

3. Zorya

Origin: Slavic
Pronunciation: ZOR-yah
Culture: Slavic mythology. Zorya were guardian goddesses of the sky. Zorya Utrennyaya (morning star) and Zorya Vechernyaya (evening star) guarded the universe from darkness.
Meaning: Star or aurora, the Slavic word for the light of stars at dawn and dusk.
Popularity: Rare outside Slavic countries; a deeply mythological and unique choice.
Famous Namesakes: Zorya is featured prominently in Neil Gaiman’s novel American Gods.

Names That Mean Sun and Moon

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NameMeaningGenderPronunciationPopularity
SunnyCheerful, full of sunshineMaleSUNNY
Very Common
ElianaMy God has answered, sunFemaleE-lia-na
Uncommon
SampsonLike the sunMaleSA-mpson
Rare
ValuliaRadiance of the sunFemaleva-lu-lia
Uncommon
Lea-annSunlit meadowFemaleLEAANN
Rare
CiroSun, throneMaleCI-ro
Rare
NadaDew at sunriseFemaleNA-da
Rare
KalynithRadiance of the sunUnisexka-ly-nit
Uncommon
SyloraelRadiance of the sunFemalesy-lo-rael
Uncommon
TakemikazuchiaRadiance of the sunMaleta-ke-mi-ka-zu-chi-a
Rare
BlazeFire, sunMaleBLA-ze
Uncommon
NayoungSun, youngFemaleNA-young
Rare
MehrnazDelight of the sunFemaleME-hrnaz
Uncommon
LiorMy light, sunlitMaleLIOR
Rare
RashmiRay of sunlightFemaleRA-shmi
Uncommon

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Aine

Origin: Celtic / Irish
Pronunciation: AWN-yeh
Culture: Irish mythology. Aine was a powerful goddess associated with both sun and moon, love, and prosperity; queen of the fairies in Munster.
Meaning: Brightness or radiance, connected to both solar and lunar energy.
Popularity: Traditional in Ireland; rare elsewhere, making it a distinctive and culturally rich choice.
Famous Namesakes: Aine is a central figure in Irish mythology, celebrated at summer solstice festivals at Knockainey Hill.

2. Eliana

Origin: Hebrew / Latin
Pronunciation: eh-lee-AH-nah
Culture: Hebrew and Latin Christian tradition. The Latin root eli connects to helios (sun), giving it sun-like radiance.
Meaning: God has answered or daughter of the sun.
Popularity: Rising rapidly; in the top 50 in the USA and top 100 in many European countries.
Famous Namesakes: Eliana is popular among Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese speaking communities.

3. Apollo

Origin: Greek
Pronunciation: ah-POL-oh
Culture: Ancient Greek mythology. Apollo was the god of the sun and twin brother of Artemis (moon goddess); NASA carried his name to the actual moon.
Meaning: Associated with the sun and light.
Popularity: Rising as a bold, mythological choice for boys in English-speaking countries.
Famous Namesakes: NASA Apollo Missions, the historic program that landed humans on the moon. Apollo Creed from the Rocky film franchise.

Names That Mean Night or Moon

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NameMeaningGenderPronunciationPopularity
ChocolatethDarkness of nightUnisexcho-co-la-tet
Uncommon
AerynwynDarkness of nightFemaleae-ry-n-wy-n
Uncommon
ElenithDarkness of nightMalee-le-nit
Rare
ZarosixDarkness of nightUnisexza-ro-si-x
Rare
WhispiaarDarkness of nightFemalewhis-piaar
Rare
ZararionDarkness of nightMaleza-ra-ri-o-n
Rare
ElusarDarkness of nightMalee-lu-sar
Uncommon
ZarosathDarkness of nightFemaleza-ro-sat
Rare
NishaNight moonFemaleNEE-shah
Common
VeluswynDarkness of nightFemaleve-lu-s-wy-n
Rare
FuyukiynDarkness of nightMalefu-yu-ki-y-n
Rare
VelonelDarkness of nightFemaleve-lo-nel
Uncommon
HikariethDarkness of nightUnisexhi-ka-ri-e-t-h
Uncommon
LaylaiaDarkness of nightFemalelay-laia
Uncommon
TsukiyoMoonlit nightFemaletsoo-KEE-yoh
Rare

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Layla

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: LAY-lah
Culture: Arabic literary tradition. Layla is the heroine of the famous love epic Layla and Majnun, evoking mystery and the enchantment of night.
Meaning: Night or dark beauty in Arabic.
Popularity: Extremely popular worldwide; in the top 20 in the UK and top 30 in the USA.
Famous Namesakes: Layla, the legendary heroine of the Arabic love story Layla and Majnun. Layla, one of Eric Clapton’s most famous songs.

2. Vesper

Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: VES-per
Culture: Latin and Christian tradition. Vesper refers to the evening star and the evening prayer service in Catholic churches.
Meaning: Evening or evening star, the moon’s companion in the twilight sky.
Popularity: Rising as a sophisticated, literary choice in English-speaking countries.
Famous Namesakes: Vesper Lynd, the iconic Bond girl in Ian Fleming’s Casino Royale.

3. Esmeray

Origin: Turkish
Pronunciation: ez-meh-RAY
Culture: Turkish naming tradition. Combines esmer (dark) and ay (moon) to create dark moon.
Meaning: Dark moon, evoking the mysterious new moon phase.
Popularity: Used in Turkey; rare elsewhere; a deeply evocative and unique choice.
Famous Namesakes: Esmeray, Turkish singer known for her powerful, emotional performances.

Muslim and Arabic Names That Mean Moon

In Islamic tradition, the moon holds sacred significance. It marks the Islamic calendar, signals the start of Ramadan, and appears as a symbol on mosque minarets worldwide. Arabic names that mean moon are among the most poetic and widely used names in the Muslim world.

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NameMeaningPronunciationPopularity
RaniaixPale glow of the moonra-niaix
Uncommon
QamaraMoon
Uncommon
BadrFull moonBAH-der
Uncommon
HaloloraPale glow of the moonha-lo-lo-ra
Uncommon
CelalithPale glow of the moonce-la-lit
Uncommon
HilalCrescent moonhih-LAHL
Uncommon
VorilyxPale glow of the moonvo-ri-lyx
Rare
NourLight / moonNOOR
Common
AerormirPale glow of the moonae-ror-mir
Uncommon
NourynPale glow of the moonnou-ryn
Uncommon
HalahMoon haloHAH-lah
Uncommon
ZuhairBright moonzoo-HAYR
Uncommon
FahdonPale glow of the moonfah-don
Uncommon
BaderFull moon girl
Uncommon
FenanornPale glow of the moonfe-na-nor
Uncommon
BarainPale glow of the moonba-rain
Uncommon
EhanFull moon
Uncommon
BelelvelPale glow of the moonbe-lel-vel
Rare
KamraMoon
Uncommon
HelunelPale glow of the moonhe-lu-nel
Uncommon

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Hilal

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: hih-LAHL
Culture: Arabic and Islamic tradition. The hilal (crescent moon) officially begins each Islamic month and marks the start of Ramadan.
Meaning: Crescent moon, specifically the new crescent visible just after the new moon phase.
Popularity: Widely used across Arabic-speaking countries, Turkey, Pakistan, and Muslim communities globally.
Famous Namesakes: Hilal is the crescent moon symbol appearing on the flags of Turkey, Pakistan, and many Islamic nations.

2. Budur

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: boo-DOOR
Culture: Arabic literary tradition. Used poetically to describe beauty as radiant as many full moons; appears in One Thousand and One Nights.
Meaning: Full moons, a poetic name meaning she is as beautiful as multiple full moons.
Popularity: Used in Arab countries as a feminine name; classical and poetic.
Famous Namesakes: Qamar al-Zaman and Budur are famous lovers in One Thousand and One Nights.

3. Nour

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: NOOR
Culture: Arabic and Islamic tradition. Nour means light in Arabic; in Islamic poetry and spirituality, nour often refers to the divine light of God and the moon’s light illuminating the darkness.
Meaning: Light, including the soft light of the moon.
Popularity: One of the most popular names in Arabic-speaking countries; used for both boys and girls.
Famous Namesakes: Nour el-Sherif, legendary Egyptian actor. Queen Noor, American-born Queen of Jordan.

Chinese Names That Mean Moon

In Chinese culture, the moon is central to the Mid-Autumn Festival, one of China’s most important holidays. The moon goddess Chang’e is one of Chinese mythology’s most beloved figures.

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NameMeaningChinese Characters (Hanzi)PronunciationPopularity
Chang'eMoon goddessCHAHNG-eh
Uncommon
ChanMoon toadCHAHN
Rare
LuanMoon / phoenixloo-AN
Rare
Ming YueBright moonMING YOO-eh
Rare
YueMoonYOO-eh
Uncommon
Yue ErLittle moonYOO-eh er
Rare
YukJade moonYOOK
Rare

Cat Names That Mean Moon

Female cat names that mean moon include the names of moon goddesses and lunar words from many cultures. Names like Selene, Artemis, and Hecate come from ancient Greek mythology. Others like Esmeray, Runa, and Livana mean moonlight or moon in Turkish, Japanese, and Hebrew. Currently trending female cat names with moon meanings include Luna, Ayla, and Diana.

Male cat names that mean moon range from short and spunky options like Ziri and Reito to more elaborate names like Moonglade and Aydemir. Luan and Artemis are among the trending male cat names with moon meanings right now.

Female Cat Names That Mean Moon

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NameMeaningPronunciationPopularity
AlarPale glow of the moonaylahr
Common
CelusiaPale glow of the moonce-lu-sia
Uncommon
GalmirPale glow of the moonga-l-mi-r
Uncommon
HanainPale glow of the moonha-na-i-n
Uncommon
HelaraPale glow of the moonhe-la-ra
Uncommon
HoshielPale glow of the moonho-shi-e-l
Uncommon
MirulithPale glow of the moonmi-ru-lit
Uncommon
RinyxPale glow of the moonri-nyx
Uncommon
RosaielPale glow of the moonro-saiel
Uncommon
RouxonPale glow of the moonrou-xon
Uncommon
RouxynPale glow of the moonrou-xyn
Uncommon
ZeldaelPale glow of the moonzel-dael
Uncommon

Male Cat Names That Mean Moon

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NameMeaningPronunciationPopularity
BeauixPale glow of the moonbeauix
Uncommon
PhantominPale glow of the moonphan-to-min
Uncommon
PrimoinPale glow of the moonpri-moin
Uncommon
VelararaPale glow of the moonve-la-ra-ra
Uncommon

Dog Names That Mean Moon

Dogs and the moon share a deep connection going back thousands of years. The names below are all real names from real languages that carry genuine moon meanings, from Arabic and Turkish to Japanese and Norse.

Female Dog Names That Mean Moon

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NameMeaningPronunciationPopularity
CelalithPale glow of the moonce-la-lit
Uncommon
FenasdraPale glow of the moonfe-nas-dra
Uncommon
FleurarPale glow of the moonfleu-rar
Uncommon
HelunelPale glow of the moonhe-lu-nel
Uncommon
LilyiaPale glow of the moonli-lyia
Uncommon
RaniaixPale glow of the moonra-niaix
Uncommon
SukiarPale glow of the moonsu-ki-a-r
Uncommon

Male Dog Names That Mean Moon

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NameMeaningPronunciationPopularity
AerionPale glow of the moonae-rion
Uncommon
AeruswynPale glow of the moonae-rus-wyn
Uncommon
DaronaelPale glow of the moonda-ro-nael
Uncommon
FahdonPale glow of the moonfah-don
Uncommon
HelerithPale glow of the moonhe-le-rit
Uncommon
HeloraPale glow of the moonhe-lo-ra
Uncommon
KatsuarPale glow of the moonka-tsu-a-r
Uncommon
MarcoinPale glow of the moonmar-coin
Uncommon
RyuonPale glow of the moonryu-o-n
Uncommon
ValoleonPale glow of the moonva-lo-leon
Uncommon
VelorithPale glow of the moonve-lo-rit
Uncommon
VoruniaPale glow of the moonvo-ru-nia
Uncommon

Top Names — Full Detail

1. Luna

Origin: Latin
Pronunciation: LOO-nah
Culture: Roman mythology. Luna is the most recognized moon name in the world. It is the top female dog name in the USA, UK, and Australia for several years running.
Meaning: Moon.

Popularity: The number one most popular female dog name in the USA.
Famous Namesakes: Luna is the name of Sailor Moon’s black cat companion in the anime series. Luna Lovegood is a beloved character from the Harry Potter series.

2. Badr

Origin: Arabic
Pronunciation: BAH-der
Culture: Arabic tradition. Badr means full moon and is one of the most respected and widely used moon names across Arab countries and Muslim communities.
Meaning: Full moon.
Popularity: Widely used as a dog name in Arabic-speaking households and Muslim communities globally.
Famous Namesakes: Badr Hari, famous Moroccan-Dutch kickboxing champion. The Battle of Badr is one of the most significant events in Islamic history.

3. Koray

Origin: Turkish
Pronunciation: koh-RAY
Culture: Turkish naming tradition. Koray combines kor meaning ember or glowing coal and ay meaning moon, creating a vivid image of a moon glowing with warm amber light.
Meaning: Ember moon or glowing moon.
Popularity: Popular in Turkey; a strong and distinctive name for male dogs.
Famous Namesakes: Koray Candemir is a well-known Turkish rock musician.

Elf and Fantasy Names That Mean Moon

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NameMeaningPronunciationPopularity
AstrielStar-moon elfAS-tree-el
Rare
ElarithMoonlight elfeh-LAR-ith
Rare
LunaireOf the moonloo-NAYR
Rare
LunaraMoon goddessloo-NAR-ah
Rare
MorvaineDark moon spiritmor-VAYN
Rare
NoctaraNight moonnok-TAR-ah
Rare
SelenithDark moon elfseh-LEH-nith
Rare
VesperiaEvening moonves-PEER-ee-ah
Rare
ZephyrineMoon spirit windZEF-ih-reen
Rare

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a name that means moon?

The most well-known names that mean moon include Luna (Latin), Selene (Greek), Chandra (Sanskrit), Qamar (Arabic), and Tsuki (Japanese). Each comes from a different culture and language but all directly mean moon.

What is the most popular name that means moon?

Luna is by far the most popular name meaning moon worldwide. It ranked #10 in the USA in 2023 and is in the top 20 in the UK, Australia, Canada, Italy, and Spain.

What Japanese name means moon?

The most popular Japanese name meaning moon is Mitsuki (美月, beautiful moon). Other popular options include Yuzuki (結月), Tsuki (月), and Kaguya (輝夜, the famous moon princess).

What is a rare name that means moon?

Some rare and unique names that mean moon include Gealach (Irish), Lewanna (Hebrew), Tarkik (Inuktitut), Konane (Hawaiian), and Elarith (Fantasy Elvish). These are beautiful alternatives for parents who want something truly uncommon.

What dog or cat name means moon?

Luna is the most popular moon name for both dogs and cats. Other great choices for pets include Artemis, Tsuki, Phoebe, Badr, and Koray.

Conclusion

From the Latin elegance of Luna to the Japanese poetry of Mitsuki, from the Arabic beauty of Qamar to the Korean simplicity of Dal, names that mean moon are among the most beautiful, meaningful, and universal names in human language. Every culture on earth has looked at the same moon and given it a name worth carrying through a lifetime.

Whether you are naming a baby, a pet, or a character, we hope this list has helped you find the perfect lunar name.

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