Louna

Meaning & origin

Louna is a modern spelling of the Latin name Luna, meaning "moon." First recorded in the U.S. as recently as 2012, it has not yet entered widespread use. Its peak year came quickly in 2016, when it ranked 11,932 with 1 in 229,610 births, and it has been on a declining trajectory since 2017. The name's appeal lies in its resemblance to the popular Luna while offering a subtly different sound through its French-influenced spelling. Louna has not been recorded for any top states, suggesting its usage remains scattered. The variant Luna itself has become a top-10 name in the U.S., and Louna may continue to be an alternative for parents seeking a similar name with a more distinctive flair.

Louna is a contemporary spelling variant of Luna, deriving directly from the Latin word for "moon". Luna has been used as a given name since the Renaissance but has seen a surge in popularity in the 21st century, particularly in French-speaking regions. The variant Louna emerged more recently, likely influenced by the fashionable -ou- sound found in names like Lou and Louna's own resemblance to Luna.