The first name Luna, the incarnation of mystery, elegance and poetry, continues to shine in 2025 as a choice popular with parents around the world. Carrying the magic of the Moon in its syllables, Luna is much more than a first name: a tribute to nature and mythology.
A first name to conquer celestial beauty
From Latin lunasimply meaning “moon”, this first name has been transmitted brilliantly through the Romance languages, from Italian to Portuguese, including French. Although present implicitly for centuries, Luna only emerged as a first name in the 20th century, marking its entry into the heritage of modern feminine first names.
In France, Luna took off in the early 2000s, in the wake of a renewed interest in first names inspired by nature and mythology. Its peak began in 2018, where it surpassed its namesake Louna and solidified its place in the lists of favorite names. Its airy and soft appearance naturally associates it with the group of natural first names like Agathe, Ambre, Iris, Jade, and Rose.
An inspiring mythology
A timeless symbol of light in darkness, Luna is the Roman goddess of the Moon. With her brother Sol, god of the Sun, she punctuates the passage of days and seasons. Depicted as a woman dressed in long white robes driving a silver chariot, she evokes mystical beauty and the eternal cycles of life.
Associated with the goddess Diana or Selene in the Greco-Roman tradition, Luna embodies a powerful and elegant character. Its universal symbolism continues to appeal to a generation attached to spirituality and the connection with nature.
Statistics and trends in 2025
Luna is now the 53rd most given female first name in France since 2000. To date, approximately one girl in 175 is given this first name full of poetry and mystery. Its meteoric rise and its marked presence in several cultures augur a promising future for Luna in the landscape of first names.
Luna conquers hearts well beyond French borders. In French-speaking Switzerland, it has slipped into the top 10 of the most popular first names. It is also progressing rapidly in the rankings in Wallonia (top 30) and Quebec (top 60). This success demonstrates the lasting and universal appeal it has on parents looking for elegant, international and modern first names.