Luna
Meaning: Moon — celestial beauty, mystery, and gentle light
Origin: Latin — luna, the Roman goddess of the moon
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #262
Total births: 1,240
History: Luna surged in the 2010s-2020s as one of Australia's fastest-rising names. Under the Southern Cross, the moon has special significance. Luna represents celestial Australian naming.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #56 |
| Babies named Luna in 2025 | 119 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,240 |
| Peak year | 2021 (184 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #33 |
| Years in records | 2017–2025 (9 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 1 spot |
Frequently asked about Luna
What does the name Luna mean?
Luna means “Moon — celestial beauty, mystery, and gentle light” from Latin — luna, the Roman goddess of the moon roots.
What is the origin of the name Luna?
Luna has Latin — luna, the Roman goddess of the moon origin. The traditional meaning is “Moon — celestial beauty, mystery, and gentle light”.
How popular is Luna in Australia?
Luna ranked #56 in Australia in 2025 — given to 119 babies that year.
When was Luna most popular?
Luna peaked in 2021 with 184 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Luna a boy or girl name?
Luna is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Lunas in registered births are female.
How long has Luna been recorded in Australia?
Luna appears in birth records in Australia across 9 years — from 2017 through 2025.