Luna in Chinese
Luna in Chinese is 露娜 (Lù Nà).
- Origin
- Latin
- Meaning
- moon
Etymologically, Luna is Latin and is commonly glossed as "moon". It has been in continuous US use since Social Security records begin in 1880, peaking in the 2010s.
3 ways to write Luna
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
露娜
Lù Nà
The standard transliteration of Luna: 露 (lù, "dew"), 娜 (nà, "graceful, elegant"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Syllable by syllable: 露 (lù) carries "lu", 娜 (nà) carries "na". The tone contour is 4-4 (falling, falling).
Character breakdown
30 strokes total (simplified)- 露
lù
Tone 4 · 21 strokes (simplified)
dew
- 娜
nà
Tone 4 · 9 strokes (simplified)
graceful, elegant
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
星妍
Xīng Yán
Inspired by "moon": 星 (xīng, "star") + 妍 (yán, "beautiful, lovely"), expressing light and brightness.
Why these characters?
The idea of "moon" behind Luna is rendered by 星, "star"; 妍, "beautiful, lovely", completes it.
Character breakdown
16 strokes total (simplified)- 星
xīng
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
star
- 妍
yán
Tone 2 · 7 strokes (simplified)
beautiful, lovely
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
露月
Lù Yuè
露 (lù, "dew") + 月 (yuè, "moon"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
It keeps 露 (lù), the same opening character as the transliteration 露娜, for the "lu" sound, and replaces the rest with 月 ("moon") so the whole reads as a real given name.
Character breakdown
25 strokes total (simplified)- 露
lù
Tone 4 · 21 strokes (simplified)
dew
- 月
yuè
Tone 4 · 4 strokes (simplified)
moon
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Recent US usage of Luna
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Luna ranked 11 among names recorded for girls, with 46,161 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 26,720 girls named Luna since 1880, with the high point in 2017 (5,320 births) and the busiest decade being the 2010s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #5835 to #37 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2017
- Peak decade
- 2010s
- First year
- 1880
- Total since 1880
- 26,720
More About Luna in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Luna offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Luna, you'll find options that work for you.
If you're exploring Chinese names for girls, you might also be interested in Violet in Chinese, Aria in Chinese, and Penelope in Chinese. Each name has its own unique character combinations and meanings.
Other popular choices include Hazel in Chinese, Mila in Chinese, and Aurora in Chinese, each with beautiful traditional and simplified character options.
When choosing Chinese characters for Luna, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Luna to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
Browse our complete A-Z index of Chinese names to explore more options, or start with our curated list of popular names in Chinese to see what others are choosing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Luna in Chinese characters?
露娜 (Lù Nà), identical in simplified and traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How many strokes does 露娜 have?
30 strokes in simplified form; per character: 露 21, 娜 9.
Does Luna change in traditional Chinese?
No. 露娜 uses only characters that are the same in both scripts, so one design works everywhere.