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
Nanatsuki	Seventh moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Myungwol	Bright moon	Korean	Unisex	MYUNG-wol	Rare
Kaguya	Radiant moon princess	Japanese	Female	kah-GOO-yah	Uncommon
Galmir	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	ga-l-mi-r	Uncommon
Valynvel	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Unisex	va-lyn-vel	Uncommon
Mona	Moon / wishes	Arabic	Unisex	MOH-nah	Common
Tsukihara	Moon meadow	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Shashank	Moon	Sanskrit	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Kaitoel	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	ka-i-to-e-l	Uncommon
Callisto	Most beautiful (moon of Jupiter)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Celirel	Pale glow of the moon	French	Unisex	ce-li-rel	Rare
Sylaseth	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	sy-la-set	Uncommon
Maheen	Like the moon	Persian	Female	—	Uncommon
Chantara	Moon water	Thai	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Aydemir	Iron moon	Turkish	Unisex	ay-deh-MEER	Uncommon
Rento	Lotus moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Triton	God of the sea (moon of Neptune)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Voriseth	Pale glow of the moon	French	Unisex	vo-ri-set	Uncommon
Kyogetsu	Mirror moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Tsukisai	Festival of the moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Dawa	Moon / month	Tibetan	Male	DAH-wah	Uncommon
Fengari	Moon	Greek	Unisex	fen-GAH-ree	Uncommon
Ixchel	Moon deity	Mayan	Female	eesh-CHEL	Uncommon
Fati	God of the moon	Polynesian	Male	—	Uncommon
Beauix	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	beauix	Uncommon
Anumati	Moon goddess of consent	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukizaki	Moon cape	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Calle	Free moon woman	Swedish	Female	—	Uncommon
Monday	Day of the moon	English	Male	MUN-day	Rare
Iyla	Moonlight	Hebrew	Female	EYE-lah	Uncommon
Galorel	Pale glow of the moon	French	Female	ga-lo-rel	Uncommon
Boyeong	Moonlit glory	Korean	Unisex	BOH-young	Rare
Shingetsu	New moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Vorunia	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Male	vo-ru-nia	Uncommon
Halolora	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Unisex	ha-lo-lo-ra	Uncommon
Mazi	Protected by the divine being of the moon	Igbo (Nigerian)	Unisex	—	Rare
Kiana	Moon goddess	Hawaiian	Female	—	Common
Imadix	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Unisex	i-ma-dix	Uncommon
Nilani	Moon	Tamil	Female	—	Uncommon
Lunaire	Of the moon	French fantasy	Female	loo-NAYR	Rare
Ehan	Full moon	Arabic	Male	—	Uncommon
Astriel	Star-moon elf	Fantasy	Female	AS-tree-el	Rare
Elatha	God of the moon in Irish mythology	Irish	Male	—	Uncommon
Indumukhi	Moon face	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Hinazuki	Sunshine moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Deimos	Terror (moon of Mars)	Ancient Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Rinuliel	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Unisex	ri-nu-liel	Uncommon
Jaci	Moon; creator of plant life	Tupi	Male	JAH-see	Rare
Soma	Lunar nectar; Hindu god of the moon	Indian/Hindu	Male	SOH-mah	Uncommon
Zaryneth	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	za-ry-net	Rare
Celerith	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	ce-le-rit	Uncommon
Darosdra	Pale glow of the moon	French	Unisex	da-ros-dra	Uncommon
Gelsominaar	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Female	gel-so-mi-naar	Rare
Tsukuyomi	Moon reader	Japanese	Female	tsu-ku-yo-mi	Rare
Halah	Moon halo	Arabic	Female	HAH-lah	Uncommon
Rinelar	Pale glow of the moon	English	Unisex	ri-ne-lar	Uncommon
Kamra	Moon	Arabic	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsuki	Moon; month	Japanese	Female	TSOO-kee	Rare
Ainar	Fire moon	Kazakh	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Ayatsuki	Twinkling moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Niranjana	Night of the full moon	Sanskrit	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Kalea	Bright moon	Hawaiian	Female	—	Uncommon
Elolora	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	e-lo-lo-ra	Uncommon
Mirarel	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Unisex	mi-ra-rel	Uncommon
Chalina	Moon rose	Spanish	Female	—	Uncommon
Rosaiel	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Female	ro-saiel	Uncommon
Aerion	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	ae-rion	Uncommon
Phoebe	Shining moon	Greek	Female	FEE-bee	Very Common
Delar	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Unisex	de-la-r	Uncommon
Alene	Moon bright	Celtic	Female	—	Uncommon
Shirogetsu	Pale moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Umigetsu	Sea moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Valoleon	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	va-lo-leon	Uncommon
Senko	Celestial moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Elarith	Moonlight elf	Fantasy / Elvish	Female	eh-LAR-ith	Rare
Tsukihina	Gentle moonlight	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Lunaria	Moon flower	Latin	Female	—	Uncommon
Getsurou	Moon path	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Mitexi	Sacred moon	Native American	Female	—	Rare
Koray	Ember moon	Turkish	Male	koh-RAY	Uncommon
Drevanel	Pale glow of the moon	English	Unisex	dre-va-nel	Rare
Gidja	God of the moon	Aboriginal	Male	—	Uncommon
Eleora	Moon of light	Hebrew	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukihiko	Moon prince	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Anumathi	Full moon	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Helora	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	he-lo-ra	Uncommon
Chandrak	Moon	Indian	Male	CHUN-drak	Uncommon
Nery	Moon water	Spanish	Female	—	Uncommon
Bloomon	Pale glow of the moon	English	Female	bloo-mon	Rare
Akitsuki	Autumn moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Shashi	Moon; having a hare	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Tarkik	Moon	Inupiaq/Inuktitut	Unisex	TAR-kik	Rare
Mangetsu	Full moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Thaliriel	Pale glow of the moon	English	Unisex	tha-li-riel	Rare
Tsukihama	Moon shore	Japanese	Unisex	—	Rare
Amar	Moon	Arabic	Male	ah-MAR	Uncommon
Getsuya	Night of the moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Harang	Moon lover	Korean	Unisex	HAH-rang	Rare
Yereah	Moon	Old Hebrew	Unisex	—	Uncommon
Moon	From the moon	English	Male	—	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 222 names

Name	Meaning	Origin	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Jonetsuon	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	jo-ne-tsu-o-n	Rare
Tsukiharu	Spring moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Confianceeth	Pale glow of the moon	French	Female	con-fian-ceet	Rare
Kizuki	Hopeful moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Rukia	Moon spirit	Japanese	Female	ROO-kee-ah	Uncommon
Mia	Moon-related	Latin	Female	—	Very Common
Tsukiro	Path of the moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Malina	Moon woman	Greenlandic	Female	—	Uncommon
Jyotsana	Moonlight	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Enzuki	Circle moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Ayla	Moon halo	Turkish	Female	AY-lah	Common
Akatsuki	Dawn moon glow	Japanese	Female	ah-KAH-tsoo-kee	Uncommon
Fuyuzuki	Winter moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Rinar	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	ri-na-r	Uncommon
Selenith	Dark moon elf	Fantasy / Greek	Female	seh-LEH-nith	Rare
Busana	Moon	Sinhalese	Female	—	Rare
Amberly	Moon amber	English	Female	—	Uncommon
Hecate	Moon goddess of magic	Greek	Female	HEK-ah-tee	Common
Mirulith	Pale glow of the moon	French	Female	mi-ru-lit	Uncommon
Badiia	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Female	ba-diia	Rare
Tsukimiya	Shrine of the moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Eleanora	Bright moonlight	Greek	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukirei	Beautiful moon spirit	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Lewanna	The moon / moonlight	Hebrew	Female	leh-WAH-nah	Uncommon
Sonoma	Valley of the moon	Native American	Female	—	Rare
Nuray	Bright moonlight	Turkish	Female	NOO-ray	Uncommon
Vesperia	Evening moon	Fantasy / Latin	Female	ves-PEER-ee-ah	Rare
Minodora	Gift of the moon	Greek	Female	—	Uncommon
Reeanne	Moon grace	Celtic	Female	—	Uncommon
Celonorn	Pale glow of the moon	English	Female	ce-lo-nor	Rare
Lucine	Moon	Armenian	Female	—	Uncommon
Tsukihoshi	Moon and star	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Rouxon	Pale glow of the moon	French	Female	rou-xon	Uncommon
Getsumei	Bright moon	Japanese	Female	get-SOO-may	Rare
Chandramukhi	Moon face	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Lunet	Little moon idol	Welsh	Female	—	Uncommon
Lunara	Moon goddess	Fantasy / Latin	Female	loo-NAR-ah	Rare
Rhiann	Moon maiden	Welsh	Female	—	Uncommon
Nokomis	Daughter of the moon	Native American	Female	—	Rare
Tsukina	Moon greens	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Amagetsu	Heaven's moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Elinor	Moon and light	Welsh	Female	—	Uncommon
Falguni	Born under moon	Sanskrit	Female	—	Uncommon
Kanatsuki	Golden moon	Japanese	Female	—	Rare
Rinolmir	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	ri-no-l-mi-r	Rare
Celenia	Moon sky	Latin	Female	—	Uncommon
Hanain	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Female	ha-na-i-n	Uncommon
Aine	Sun and moon goddess	Celtic	Female	AWN-yeh	Uncommon
Sindy	Moon goddess	Greek	Female	—	Uncommon
Tainn	New moon	Native American	Female	—	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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Name	Meaning	Origin	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Khonsu	Traveler (ancient Egyptian moon god)	Egyptian	Male	KOHN-soo	Uncommon
Chigetsu	Wisdom moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Aldrin	After Buzz Aldrin, second man on the moon	Old English	Male	AWL-drin	Rare
Veloryx	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	ve-lo-ryx	Rare
Fahdon	Pale glow of the moon	Arabic	Male	fah-don	Uncommon
Fenia	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	fe-ni-a	Rare
Miralar	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	mi-ra-lar	Uncommon
Tuncay	Bronze moon	Turkish	Male	—	Uncommon
Velonix	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	ve-lo-nix	Uncommon
Iah	Moon deity	Egyptian	Male	EE-ah	Uncommon
Reigetsu	Spiritual moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Gekkou	Moonlight	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Mirisara	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	mi-ri-sa-ra	Rare
Igaluk	Moon god	Inuit/Eskimo	Male	—	Uncommon
Ryoma	Dragon moon	Japanese	Male	—	Uncommon
Tatsugetsu	Dragon moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Rinesrix	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	ri-nes-rix	Rare
Sylilia	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	sy-li-li-a	Rare
Ferdinand	Courageous traveler (moon of Uranus)	German	Male	—	Uncommon
Voralyx	Pale glow of the moon	Japanese	Male	vo-ra-ly-x	Rare
Aeruswyn	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	ae-rus-wyn	Uncommon
Narvi	Moon of Saturn	Old Norse	Male	—	Uncommon
Kaito	Ocean moon	Japanese	Male	—	Common
Aegaeon	Stormy one (moon of Saturn)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Hyperion	The high one (moon of Saturn)	Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Ihan	Full moon; God's grace	Arabic	Male	—	Uncommon
Aku	Moon god	Scandinavian	Male	—	Uncommon
Hilal	Crescent moon	Arabic	Male	hih-LAHL	Uncommon
Phobos	Fear; panic (moon of Mars)	Ancient Greek	Male	—	Uncommon
Elliana	Moon of God	Hebrew	Male	—	Uncommon
Sogetsu	Twin moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Caliban	Black (moon of Uranus)	Romanian	Male	—	Uncommon
Ayden	From the moon	Turkish	Male	—	Uncommon
Velarara	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	ve-la-ra-ra	Uncommon
Selwyn	Friend of the moon	English	Male	SEL-win	Uncommon
Bahloo	Male spirit representing the moon	Australian Aboriginal	Male	—	Uncommon
Jerah	The moon; taught by God	Hebrew	Male	—	Uncommon
Velorith	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	ve-lo-rit	Uncommon
Guerriereth	Pale glow of the moon	French	Male	guer-rie-ret	Rare
Coniraya	Moon deity; god of instant fertility	Incan	Male	—	Uncommon
Ayberk	High moon	Turkish	Male	—	Uncommon
Ilkay	New moon	Turkish	Male	—	Uncommon
Belmir	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	bel-mir	Uncommon
Celinith	Pale glow of the moon	English	Male	ce-li-nit	Rare
Oberon	Bear heart (outermost moon of Uranus)	German	Male	OH-ber-on	Uncommon
Galileo	After the great moon-observing astronomer	Italian	Male	—	Uncommon
Marcoin	Pale glow of the moon	Italian	Male	mar-coin	Uncommon
Tomogetsu	Companion of the moon	Japanese	Male	—	Rare
Badru	Born at full moon	Arabic	Male	BAH-droo	Uncommon
Titan	Of the giants (Saturn's largest moon)	Greek	Male	—	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 111 names

Name	Meaning	Kanji	Pronunciation	Popularity
Fumizuki	Letter moon (July)	文月	—	Rare
Fumigetsu	Scholarly moon	文月	—	Rare
Tsukikado	Moon gate	月門	—	Rare
Akigetsu	Autumn moon	秋月	—	Rare
Amatsuki	Heavenly moon	天月	—	Rare
Reito	Cool moon	—	RAY-toh	Uncommon
Kagetoki	Shadow of the moon	影月	—	Rare
Rengetsu	Lotus moon	蓮月	—	Rare
Aeranion	Pale glow of the moon	—	ae-ra-ni-o-n	Uncommon
Aratsuki	New moon rising	新月	—	Rare
Yumetsuki	Dream moon	夢月	—	Rare
Amatsukiyo	Celestial moonlit night	天月夜	—	Rare
Sorazuki	Sky moon	空月	—	Rare
Kozuki	Heart moon	心月	—	Rare
Kogetsu	Small moon	小月	—	Rare
Tsukiyo	Moonlit night	月夜	tsoo-KEE-yoh	Rare
Rengezuki	Lotus 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.

Showing 1–7 of 7 names

Name	Meaning	Hangul	Pronunciation	Popularity
Woori	Moon spirit	우리	WOO-ree	Rare
Siwol	Tenth moon	시월	SHE-wol	Rare
Haedal	Sun and moon	해달	HAY-dahl	Rare
Dalnim	Dear moon	달님	DAHL-neem	Rare
Dalgi	Moon brightness	달기	DAHL-gee	Rare
Dalbi	Moonlight rain	달비	DAHL-bee	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 1–16 of 16 names

Name	Meaning	Gender	Pronunciation	Popularity
Ziri	Moonlight	Unisex	ZEE-ree	Uncommon
Zira	Moonlight	Female	ZEE-rah	Uncommon
Yumitsuki	Dream moonlight	Female	—	Rare
Sayaka	Clear moonlight	Female	—	Rare
Quacey	Moonlight	Female	KWAY-see	Uncommon
Mehtap	Moonlight	Female	meh-TAP	Uncommon
Mahnoor	Moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Leonore	Bright moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Lamar	Moonlight	Male	lah-MAR	Common
Konane	Glow like moonlight	Female	koh-NAH-neh	Uncommon
Kamaria	Moonlight	Female	kah-MAR-ee-ah	Uncommon
Kamari	Moon; moonlight	Female	kah-MAR-ee	Uncommon
Chandrika	Moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Chandrajyoti	Moonlight	Female	—	Uncommon
Chandani	Moonlight	Female	chun-DAH-nee	Uncommon
Aylin	Moon halo / moonlight	Female	AY-lin	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
Csilla	Star	Female	CHEE-luh	Uncommon
Altair	"The flying one", the brightest star in the constellation Aquila	Male	al-TAIR	Rare
Olive	Black olive that started green	Female	OL-iv	Very Common
Pollux	"Very sweet", the other twin star of Gemini	Male	PAH-luhks	Rare
Valanion	Child of the stars	Female	va-la-nion	Rare
Darilix	Child of the stars	Unisex	da-ri-lix	Uncommon
Daranyx	Child of the stars	Unisex	da-ra-nyx	Rare
Maria	Star of the sea	Female	mureeuh	Very Common
Wâpanacâhkos	Morning star (Venus)	Unisex	wah-pah-nah-CHAH-kohs	Uncommon
Lintang	Star (used for any gender)	Female	lin-TANG	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
Langa	Sun, light, sunshine	Male	LA-nga	Rare
Helunia	Radiance of the sun	Female	he-lu-nia	Rare
Dhinakar	Sun (maker of day)	Male	DHI-na-kar	Uncommon
Zorion	Sun, happiness	Male	ZO-rion	Rare
Sonika	Golden, sun	Female	SO-ni-ka	Uncommon
Agim	Dawn, sunrise	Male	A-gim	Rare
Celosvel	Radiance of the sun	Female	ce-lo-s-ve-l	Uncommon
Aeraneth	Radiance of the sun	Unisex	ae-ra-ne-t-h	Rare
Heller	Bright, sunny	Female	HE-ller	Rare
Mystereeth	Radiance of the sun	Female	mys-te-reet	Rare
Helena	Bright, shining sun	Female	HE-le-na	Rare
Bharavi	Radiant as the sun	Female	BHA-ra-vi	Uncommon
Bhanupriya	Beloved of the sun	Female	BHA-nu-pri-ya	Uncommon
Leighton	Settlement in the sunny meadow	Male	LEI-ghton	Uncommon
Narantsetseg	Sunflower	Female	NA-ra-ntse-tseg	Rare

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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
Veluswyn	Darkness of night	Female	ve-lu-s-wy-n	Rare
Mirosara	Darkness of night	Male	mi-ro-sa-ra	Uncommon
Kalasia	Darkness of night	Unisex	ka-la-sia	Uncommon
Kawkabin	Darkness of night	Female	kaw-ka-bin	Rare
Celynith	Darkness of night	Female	ce-ly-ni-t-h	Uncommon
Belalion	Darkness of night	Female	be-la-lion	Rare
Celosion	Darkness of night	Female	ce-lo-si-o-n	Rare
Helasion	Darkness of night	Female	he-la-sion	Uncommon
Halyx	Darkness of night	Male	ha-lyx	Uncommon
Zarosix	Darkness of night	Unisex	za-ro-si-x	Rare
Galia	Darkness of night	Female	ga-lia	Uncommon
Halynvel	Darkness of night	Female	ha-ly-n-ve-l	Uncommon
Belinvel	Darkness of night	Unisex	be-lin-vel	Rare
Galesiel	Darkness of night	Unisex	ga-le-si-e-l	Uncommon
Aermir	Darkness of night	Female	aer-mir	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
Celalith	Pale glow of the moon	ce-la-lit	Uncommon
Layla	Night of the moon	LAY-lah	Very Common
Belelvel	Pale glow of the moon	be-lel-vel	Rare
Helunel	Pale glow of the moon	he-lu-nel	Uncommon
Budur	Full moons	boo-DOOR	Rare
Nour	Light / moon	NOOR	Common
Velisara	Pale glow of the moon	ve-li-sa-ra	Uncommon
Raniaix	Pale glow of the moon	ra-niaix	Uncommon
Barain	Pale glow of the moon	ba-rain	Uncommon
Aerormir	Pale glow of the moon	ae-ror-mir	Uncommon
Mayar	Moon glow	MAY-ar	Uncommon
Aiman	Beauty of the moon	—	Uncommon
Deleleth	Pale glow of the moon	de-le-let	Uncommon
Qamar	Moon	KAH-mar	Uncommon
Dhakain	Pale glow of the moon	dha-kain	Rare
Zuhair	Bright moon	zoo-HAYR	Uncommon
Badar	Full moon	—	Uncommon
Mirilael	Pale glow of the moon	mi-ri-lael	Rare
Hadafia	Pale glow of the moon	ha-da-fia	Rare
Bader	Full moon girl	—	Uncommon

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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
Yuk	Jade moon	YOOK	Rare
Yue Er	Little moon	YOO-eh er	Rare
Yue	Moon	YOO-eh	Uncommon
Ming Yue	Bright moon	MING YOO-eh	Rare
Luan	Moon / phoenix	loo-AN	Rare
Chang'e	Moon goddess	CHAHNG-eh	Uncommon
Chan	Moon toad	CHAHN	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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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Zeldael	Pale glow of the moon	zel-dael	Uncommon
Rouxyn	Pale glow of the moon	rou-xyn	Uncommon
Rinyx	Pale glow of the moon	ri-nyx	Uncommon
Luna	Moon; mentor cat in Sailor Moon	LOO-nuh	Very Common
Hoshiel	Pale glow of the moon	ho-shi-e-l	Uncommon
Helara	Pale glow of the moon	he-la-ra	Uncommon
Celusia	Pale glow of the moon	ce-lu-sia	Uncommon
Alar	Pale glow of the moon	aylahr	Common

Male Cat Names That Mean Moon

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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Primoin	Pale glow of the moon	pri-moin	Uncommon
Phantomin	Pale glow of the moon	phan-to-min	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
Sukiar	Pale glow of the moon	su-ki-a-r	Uncommon
Lilyia	Pale glow of the moon	li-lyia	Uncommon
Fleurar	Pale glow of the moon	fleu-rar	Uncommon
Fenasdra	Pale glow of the moon	fe-nas-dra	Uncommon

Male Dog Names That Mean Moon

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Name	Meaning	Pronunciation	Popularity
Ryuon	Pale glow of the moon	ryu-o-n	Uncommon
Katsuar	Pale glow of the moon	ka-tsu-a-r	Uncommon
Helerith	Pale glow of the moon	he-le-rit	Uncommon
Daronael	Pale glow of the moon	da-ro-nael	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
Zephyrine	Moon spirit wind	ZEF-ih-reen	Rare
Ryuuia	Pale glow of the moon	ryu-ui-a	Rare
Rinynora	Pale glow of the moon	ri-ny-no-ra	Rare
Olar	Moon walker	o-lar	Uncommon
Noctara	Night moon	nok-TAR-ah	Rare
Naelariel	Pale glow of the moon	nae-la-riel	Rare
Morvaine	Dark moon spirit	mor-VAYN	Rare
Kalaldra	Pale glow of the moon	ka-la-l-d-ra	Rare
Halilia	Pale glow of the moon	ha-li-li-a	Rare
Galelael	Pale glow of the moon	ga-le-lael	Rare
Darynar	Pale glow of the moon	da-ry-nar	Rare
Celestinael	Pale glow of the moon	ce-les-ti-nael	Rare
Alolar	Pale glow of the moon	a-lo-lar	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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