250+ Names That Mean Moon: Beautiful Lunar Names

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 1–100 of 534 names

Name	Meaning	Origin	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Kizuki	Hopeful moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Himanshu	The moon	Hindu	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Kamra	Moon	Arabic	Female	—	Uncommon
Tomogetsu	Companion of the moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Vorilyx	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Unisex	vo-ri-lyx	Rare
Fenia	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	fe-ni-a	Rare
Amberly	Moon amber	English	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukitani	Moon valley	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Getsumei	Bright moon	Japanese	Female	get-SOO-may	Rare
Kamari	Moon; moonlight	Swahili	Female	kah-MAR-ee	Uncommon
Igaluk	Moon god	Inuit/Eskimo	Male	—	Uncommon
Amatsuki	Heavenly moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Kalalorn	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	ka-la-lo-r-n	Uncommon
Chander	Moon; pleasant	Indian	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Halolora	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Unisex	ha-lo-lo-ra	Uncommon
Ayden	From the moon	Turkish	Male	—	Uncommon
Dhakain	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Female	dha-kain	Rare
Raigetsu	Thunder moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Lewanna	The moon / moonlight	Hebrew	Female	leh-WAH-nah	Uncommon
Yumetsuki	Dream moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Tsukiyori	Moon's blessing	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Qamara	Moon	Arabic	Female	—	Uncommon
Metztli	Moon	Aztec	Unisex	mets-TLEE	Rare
Dawa	Moon / month	Tibetan	Male	DAH-wah	Uncommon
Mirisara	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	mi-ri-sa-ra	Rare
Lilavati	Moon beauty	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Lilyia	Pale glow of the moon	English	Female	li-lyia	Uncommon
Abylay	Father of the moon	Kazakh	Male	ab-LAY	Uncommon
Ilanila	Young moon	Tamil	Female	—	Uncommon
Tarkik	Moon	Inupiaq/Inuktitut	Unisex	TAR-kik	Rare
Tsukifune	Moon ship	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Rento	Lotus moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Ryuon	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	ryu-o-n	Uncommon
Sogetsu	Twin moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Mazi	Protected by the divine being of the moon	Igbo (Nigerian)	Unisex	—	Rare
Caliban	Black (moon of Uranus)	Romanian	Male	—	Uncommon
Yereah	Moon	Old Hebrew	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Neso	Island (moon of Neptune)	Greek	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Chandrakanta	Moonbeam	Sanskrit	Female	chun-dra-KAN-tah	Uncommon
Tsukiwaka	Young moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Aegaeon	Stormy one (moon of Saturn)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Mahnoor	Moonlight	Urdu	Female	—	Uncommon
Lune	Moon	French	Female	—	Uncommon
Rinar	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	ri-na-r	Uncommon
Titan	Of the giants (Saturn's largest moon)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Niranjana	Night of the full moon	Sanskrit	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Vivoia	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Unisex	vi-voia	Uncommon
Tsukihoshi	Moon and star	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Lainie	Moonlit path	English	Female	—	Uncommon
Lunetta	Little moon	French	Female	loo-NET-ah	Uncommon
Fenasdra	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Female	fe-nas-dra	Uncommon
Nuray	Bright moonlight	Turkish	Female	NOO-ray	Uncommon
Celenia	Moon sky	Latin	Female	—	Uncommon
Shizuki	Quiet moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Fenunia	Pale glow of the moon	English	Unisex	fe-nu-nia	Rare
Reikazuki	Spirit light moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Rinynora	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	ri-ny-no-ra	Rare
Injaziel	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Male	in-ja-ziel	Rare
Growthyn	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Unisex	g-ro-w-t-hy-n	Rare
Himezuki	Princess moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Mayank	Shining moon	Indian	Male	MAY-ank	Uncommon
Helene	Shining moon	Greek	Female	—	Common
Feua	Pale glow of the moon	French	Unisex	feua	Uncommon
Chandramukhi	Moon face	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukihama	Moon shore	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Tsukimaru	Moon circle	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Halilia	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	ha-li-li-a	Rare
Loge	Lodge (moon of Saturn)	French	Male	—	Uncommon
Tsukihashi	Moon bridge	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Tsukihana	Moon flower	Japanese	Female	tsoo-kee-HAH-nah	Rare
Boldexel	Pale glow of the moon	English	Unisex	bol-de-xel	Rare
Tsukiyo	Moonlit night	Japanese	Female	tsoo-KEE-yoh	Rare
Tsukikawa	Moon river	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Ritsuki	Moon rhythm	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Tsukishiro	White moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Umigetsu	Sea moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Badar	Full moon	Arabic	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Ryoma	Dragon moon	Japanese	Male	—	Uncommon
Artem	Male form of Artemis, goddess of the moon	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Proteus	Sea god (moon of Neptune)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Kiana	Moon goddess	Hawaiian	Female	—	Common
Ryuuia	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Unisex	ryu-ui-a	Rare
Mitena	New moon	Native American	Female	—	Rare
Fiduciaon	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Female	fi-du-ciaon	Rare
Deimos	Terror (moon of Mars)	Ancient Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Cynthia	Moon goddess	Greek	Female	SIN-thee-ah	Uncommon
Gekkou	Moonlight	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Getsurou	Moon path	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Aku	Moon god	Scandinavian	Male	—	Uncommon
Aylin	Moon halo / moonlight	Turkish	Female	AY-lin	Common
Aizuki	Loving moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Indumukhi	Moon face	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Astriel	Star-moon elf	Fantasy	Female	AS-tree-el	Rare
Miakoda	Power of the moon	Native American	Female	—	Rare
Chand	The moon; bright; light	Sanskrit	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Iah	Moon deity	Egyptian	Male	EE-ah	Uncommon
Hecate	Moon goddess of magic	Greek	Female	HEK-ah-tee	Common
Sylaseth	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	sy-la-set	Uncommon
Marcoin	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	mar-coin	Uncommon
Konane	Glow like moonlight	Hawaiian	Female	koh-NAH-neh	Uncommon

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.

Showing 1–50 of 216 names

Name	Meaning	Origin	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Hanazuki	Flower moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Tsukimiya	Shrine of the moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Magena	Coming moon	Native American	Female	—	Rare
Olena	Shining moon	Ukrainian	Female	—	Uncommon
Hototsuki	Lonely moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Ayatsuki	Twinkling moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Lua	Moon	Portuguese	Female	—	Uncommon
Chalina	Moon rose	Spanish	Female	—	Uncommon
Yotsuki	Night moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Chang'e	Moon goddess	Chinese	Female	CHAHNG-eh	Uncommon
Anumati	Moon goddess of consent	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Iyla	Moonlight	Hebrew	Female	EYE-lah	Uncommon
Jyotsana	Moonlight	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Rengezuki	Lotus moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Halah	Moon halo	Arabic	Female	HAH-lah	Uncommon
Satsuki	Blooming moon	Japanese	Female	sat-SOO-kee	Uncommon
Rinyx	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Female	ri-nyx	Uncommon
Gelsominaar	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Female	gel-so-mi-naar	Rare
Ixchel	Moon deity	Mayan	Female	eesh-CHEL	Uncommon
Tsukiya	Moonlit night	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Harutsuki	Spring moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Kagetsu	Fragrant moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Rinolmir	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	ri-no-l-mi-r	Rare
Seraphine	Moon fire	Hebrew	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukine	Sound of the moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Shirogetsu	Pale moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Chandrajyoti	Moonlight	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Luna	Moon; mentor cat in Sailor Moon	Latin	Female	LOO-nuh	Very Common
Mikazuki	Crescent moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Tokigetsu	Timeless moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Selene	Greek moon goddess, frequently grouped with star names for its celestial theme (not a literal "star" name)	Greek	Female	suh-LEE-nee	Common
Yukigetsu	Snow moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Helara	Pale glow of the moon	English	Female	he-la-ra	Uncommon
Lunaria	Moon flower	Latin	Female	—	Uncommon
Akitsuki	Autumn moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Aygün	Moon and sun	Turkish	Female	AYGN	Rare
Tsukiryo	Soul of the moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Indumati	Full moon	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Mitsuki	Beautiful moon	Japanese	Female	mit-SOO-kee	Common
Beauteiel	Pale glow of the moon	French	Female	beau-teiel	Rare
Falguni	Born under moon	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Feray	Radiance of the moon	Turkish	Female	feh-RAY	Uncommon
Selenith	Dark moon elf	Fantasy / Greek	Female	seh-LEH-nith	Rare
Tsukiharu	Spring moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Aelin	Moon spirit	Fantasy/Celtic	Female	—	Uncommon
Chandah	Moon glow	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Amatsukiyo	Celestial moonlit night	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Zephyrine	Moon spirit wind	Fantasy	Female	ZEF-ih-reen	Rare
Kozuki	Heart moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Selinia	Moon glow	Greek	Female	—	Uncommon

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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Name	Meaning	Origin	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Soma	Lunar nectar; Hindu god of the moon	Indian/Hindu	Male	SOH-mah	Uncommon
Anningan	Moon god of Greenland	Inuit	Male	—	Uncommon
Elolora	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	e-lo-lo-ra	Uncommon
Vikesh	The moon	Hindi	Male	—	Uncommon
Elatha	God of the moon in Irish mythology	Irish	Male	—	Uncommon
Fati	God of the moon	Polynesian	Male	—	Uncommon
Zaryneth	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	za-ry-net	Rare
Reigetsu	Spiritual moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Tsukiyomi	Moon god	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Katsuar	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	ka-tsu-a-r	Uncommon
Arche	Bold prince (moon of Jupiter)	English	Male	—	Uncommon
Naelariel	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	nae-la-riel	Rare
Rikuix	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	ri-ku-i-x	Uncommon
Aytac	Crown of the moon	Turkish/Persian	Male	—	Uncommon
Mani	Moon; Norse god of the moon	Old Norse	Male	MAH-nee	Uncommon
Amar	Moon	Arabic	Male	ah-MAR	Uncommon
Mirilael	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Male	mi-ri-lael	Rare
Tatsugetsu	Dragon moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Selwyn	Friend of the moon	English	Male	SEL-win	Uncommon
Mangetsu	Full moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Helerith	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	he-le-rit	Uncommon
Jougetsu	Superior moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Hyperion	The high one (moon of Saturn)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Primoin	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	pri-moin	Uncommon
Jericho	City of the moon	Arabic	Male	JEH-rih-koh	Uncommon
Monday	Day of the moon	English	Male	MUN-day	Rare
Aldrin	After Buzz Aldrin, second man on the moon	Old English	Male	AWL-drin	Rare
Rinesrix	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	ri-nes-rix	Rare
Callisto	Most beautiful (moon of Jupiter)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Hilal	Crescent moon	Arabic	Male	hih-LAHL	Uncommon
Vorunia	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Male	vo-ru-nia	Uncommon
Francisco	Free land (moon of Uranus)	Spanish	Male	—	Uncommon
Kaigetsu	Sea moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Nanna	Moon god	Sumerian	Male	—	Uncommon
Helora	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	he-lo-ra	Uncommon
Kogetsu	Small moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Khonsu	Traveler (ancient Egyptian moon god)	Egyptian	Male	KOHN-soo	Uncommon
Kagetoki	Shadow of the moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Ferdinand	Courageous traveler (moon of Uranus)	German	Male	—	Uncommon
Tsukasa	Moon controller	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Tsukio	Moon man	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Veloryx	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	ve-lo-ryx	Rare
Triton	God of the sea (moon of Neptune)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Phobos	Fear; panic (moon of Mars)	Ancient Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Coniraya	Moon deity; god of instant fertility	Incan	Male	—	Uncommon
Sylilia	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	sy-li-li-a	Rare
Moon	From the moon	English	Male	—	Uncommon
Badr	Full moon	Arabic	Male	BAH-der	Uncommon
Nobugetsu	Faithful moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Koray	Ember moon	Turkish	Male	koh-RAY	Uncommon

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.

Showing 1–17 of 93 names

Name	Meaning	Kanji	Pronunciation	Popularity
Tsukimura	Moon village	月村	—	Rare
Amagetsu	Heaven's moon	天月	—	Rare
Reito	Cool moon	—	RAY-toh	Uncommon
Fumigetsu	Scholarly moon	文月	—	Rare
Kaguya	Radiant moon princess	輝夜	kah-GOO-yah	Uncommon
Rinesar	Pale glow of the moon	—	ri-ne-sa-r	Uncommon
Tsukino	Of the moon	月乃	tsoo-KEE-noh	Rare
Yumitsuki	Dream moonlight	夢月光	—	Rare
Tsukinaga	Eternal moon	月永	—	Rare
Minatsuki	Harbor moon	湊月	—	Rare
Kaito	Ocean moon	海月	—	Common
Tsukida	Moon field	月田	—	Rare
Sorazuki	Sky moon	空月	—	Rare
Tsukimori	Forest of the moon	月森	—	Rare
Asatsuki	Morning moon	朝月	—	Rare
Hoshiel	Pale glow of the moon	—	ho-shi-e-l	Uncommon
Rikigetsu	Strong moon	力月	—	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.

Showing 1–10 of 10 names

Name	Meaning	Hangul	Pronunciation	Popularity
Dalnim	Dear moon	달님	DAHL-neem	Rare
Haedal	Sun and moon	해달	HAY-dahl	Rare
Boyeong	Moonlit glory	보영	BOH-young	Rare
Dalbi	Moonlight rain	달비	DAHL-bee	Rare
Dalgi	Moon brightness	달기	DAHL-gee	Rare
Harang	Moon lover	하랑	HAH-rang	Rare
Siwol	Tenth moon	시월	SHE-wol	Rare
Woori	Moon spirit	우리	WOO-ree	Rare
Myungwol	Bright moon	명월	MYUNG-wol	Rare
Dal	Moon; valley	달	DAHL	Uncommon

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

Showing 1–13 of 13 names

Name	Meaning	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Elarith	Moonlight elf	Female	eh-LAR-ith	Rare
Sayaka	Clear moonlight	Female	—	Rare
Tsukihina	Gentle moonlight	Female	—	Rare
Eleanora	Bright moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Kamaria	Moonlight	Female	kah-MAR-ee-ah	Uncommon
Leonore	Bright moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Quacey	Moonlight	Female	KWAY-see	Uncommon
Zira	Moonlight	Female	ZEE-rah	Uncommon
Ziri	Moonlight	Unisex	ZEE-ree	Uncommon
Chandani	Moonlight	Female	chun-DAH-nee	Uncommon
Chandrika	Moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Mehtap	Moonlight	Female	meh-TAP	Uncommon
Lamar	Moonlight	Male	lah-MAR	Common

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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Name	Meaning	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Vega	"Swooping/falling eagle," the brightest star in the constellation Lyra	Male	VAY-guh	Uncommon
Ariana Grrande	A star studded name for a cat who loves attention	Female	air ee AH nuh GRAHN day	Common
Valanyx	Child of the stars	Female	va-la-nyx	Uncommon
Yoko	Sun or ocean child; often listed among star related Japanese names	Female	YOH-koh	Uncommon
Vespera	Evening star	Female	vayspehruh	Uncommon
Beyonce Purrs	A star studded name for a cat who loves attention	Female	bee YAWN say PURZ	Common
Galolath	Child of the stars	Unisex	ga-lo-la-t-h	Uncommon
Galaxy	Star system/collection of stars	Unisex	GAL-uhk-see	Uncommon
Hoshi	Star	Female	HOH-shee	Uncommon
Elalar	Child of the stars	Female	e-la-la-r	Uncommon

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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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Name	Meaning	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Ombraa	Radiance of the sun	Female	om-braa	Rare
Beleniel	Radiance of the sun	Male	be-le-niel	Uncommon
Ochieng	Born when sun shines	Male	O-chieng	Rare
Maxeraeth	Radiance of the sun	Unisex	ma-xe-raet	Rare
Aurelio	Golden sun	Male	AU-re-lio	Rare
Zarusara	Radiance of the sun	Male	za-ru-sa-ra	Uncommon
Raveena	Sunny	Female	RA-vee-na	Uncommon
Rexiel	Radiance of the sun	Male	re-xiel	Uncommon
Ravi	The sun	Male	RA-vi	Common
Amoreon	Radiance of the sun	Unisex	a-mo-reon	Uncommon
Levana	White, moon/sun rising	Female	LE-va-na	Rare
Delonrix	Radiance of the sun	Unisex	de-lon-rix	Uncommon
Eloise	Sun, healthy	Female	E-loi-se	Rare
Suravi	Sunbeam, melodious	Female	SU-ra-vi	Uncommon
Vanalika	Sunflower	Female	VA-na-li-ka	Uncommon

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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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Name	Meaning	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Hakimiel	Darkness of night	Male	ha-ki-miel	Uncommon
Velisith	Darkness of night	Unisex	ve-li-sit	Rare
Fenonel	Darkness of night	Unisex	fe-no-nel	Uncommon
Caramelel	Darkness of night	Unisex	ca-ra-me-lel	Uncommon
Delolion	Darkness of night	Female	de-lo-lion	Uncommon
Zararion	Darkness of night	Male	za-ra-ri-o-n	Rare
Rinolath	Darkness of night	Male	ri-no-lat	Uncommon
Aerarrix	Darkness of night	Unisex	ae-rar-rix	Rare
Celosion	Darkness of night	Female	ce-lo-si-o-n	Rare
Halanvel	Darkness of night	Unisex	ha-lan-vel	Uncommon
Helrix	Darkness of night	Unisex	hel-rix	Rare
Sir Pounce a Lot	Play on the knight Sir Lancelot, built around a cat's pouncing habit	Male	sur POWNS uh lot	Common
Thalinmir	Darkness of night	Female	tha-lin-mir	Uncommon
Belanion	Darkness of night	Female	be-la-nion	Uncommon
Getsuya	Night of the moon	Male	—	Rare

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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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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Imadix	Pale glow of the moon	i-ma-dix	Uncommon
Nouryn	Pale glow of the moon	nou-ryn	Uncommon
Ihan	Full moon; God's grace	—	Uncommon
Fahdon	Pale glow of the moon	fah-don	Uncommon
Mona	Moon / wishes	MOH-nah	Common
Zuhair	Bright moon	zoo-HAYR	Uncommon
Hadafia	Pale glow of the moon	ha-da-fia	Rare
Belelvel	Pale glow of the moon	be-lel-vel	Rare
Badru	Born at full moon	BAH-droo	Uncommon
Raniaix	Pale glow of the moon	ra-niaix	Uncommon
Fenanorn	Pale glow of the moon	fe-na-nor	Uncommon
Aerormir	Pale glow of the moon	ae-ror-mir	Uncommon
Deleleth	Pale glow of the moon	de-le-let	Uncommon
Layla	Night of the moon	LAY-lah	Very Common
Aiman	Beauty of the moon	—	Uncommon
Badiia	Pale glow of the moon	ba-diia	Rare
Celalith	Pale glow of the moon	ce-la-lit	Uncommon
Qamar	Moon	KAH-mar	Uncommon
Ehan	Full moon	—	Uncommon
Budur	Full moons	boo-DOOR	Rare

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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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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Chan	Moon toad	CHAHN	Rare
Luan	Moon / phoenix	loo-AN	Rare
Yue Er	Little moon	YOO-eh er	Rare
Yuk	Jade moon	YOOK	Rare
Ming Yue	Bright moon	MING YOO-eh	Rare
Yue	Moon	YOO-eh	Uncommon

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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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Mirulith	Pale glow of the moon	mi-ru-lit	Uncommon
Celusia	Pale glow of the moon	ce-lu-sia	Uncommon
Rosaiel	Pale glow of the moon	ro-saiel	Uncommon
Zeldael	Pale glow of the moon	zel-dael	Uncommon
Galmir	Pale glow of the moon	ga-l-mi-r	Uncommon
Hanain	Pale glow of the moon	ha-na-i-n	Uncommon
Rouxon	Pale glow of the moon	rou-xon	Uncommon
Rouxyn	Pale glow of the moon	rou-xyn	Uncommon
Alar	Pale glow of the moon	aylahr	Common

Male Cat Names That Mean Moon

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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Phantomin	Pale glow of the moon	phan-to-min	Uncommon
Velarara	Pale glow of the moon	ve-la-ra-ra	Uncommon
Beauix	Pale glow of the moon	beauix	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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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Fleurar	Pale glow of the moon	fleu-rar	Uncommon
Helunel	Pale glow of the moon	he-lu-nel	Uncommon
Sukiar	Pale glow of the moon	su-ki-a-r	Uncommon

Male Dog Names That Mean Moon

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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Aeruswyn	Pale glow of the moon	ae-rus-wyn	Uncommon
Daronael	Pale glow of the moon	da-ro-nael	Uncommon
Valoleon	Pale glow of the moon	va-lo-leon	Uncommon
Velorith	Pale glow of the moon	ve-lo-rit	Uncommon
Aerion	Pale glow of the moon	ae-rion	Uncommon

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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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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Morvaine	Dark moon spirit	mor-VAYN	Rare
Celestinael	Pale glow of the moon	ce-les-ti-nael	Rare
Guerriereth	Pale glow of the moon	guer-rie-ret	Rare
Noctara	Night moon	nok-TAR-ah	Rare
Tsukuyomi	Moon reader	tsu-ku-yo-mi	Rare
Vesperia	Evening moon	ves-PEER-ee-ah	Rare
Celinith	Pale glow of the moon	ce-li-nit	Rare
Celonorn	Pale glow of the moon	ce-lo-nor	Rare
Drevanel	Pale glow of the moon	dre-va-nel	Rare
Galelael	Pale glow of the moon	ga-le-lael	Rare
Kalaldra	Pale glow of the moon	ka-la-l-d-ra	Rare
Lunaire	Of the moon	loo-NAYR	Rare
Darynar	Pale glow of the moon	da-ry-nar	Rare
Voralyx	Pale glow of the moon	vo-ra-ly-x	Rare
Lunara	Moon goddess	loo-NAR-ah	Rare
Alolar	Pale glow of the moon	a-lo-lar	Rare
Olar	Moon walker	o-lar	Uncommon

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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