Luna

Female

What does Luna mean?

(Roman mythology) the goddess of the Moon; counterpart of Greek Selene

What's the origin of Luna?

Latin

How is Luna pronounced?

luːnə

What does it say about you to have a cat named Luna?

There is no one definitive answer to this question. Some people might say that Luna symbolizes the moon, which is associated with femininity and intuition. Others might say that the name suggests the brightness of the moon, or that it is simply a pretty name.

Is Luna a good cat name?

Luna has two syllables, which most vets and trainers tend to recommend. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for your kitty to recognize. Luna is a widely adored cat name for obvious reasons. If you like it, go for it!

Luna is found in these categories:

mythical cat names
mythical

She's named after the Roman goddess of the moon!

gothic cat names
gothic

Moonlit nights and eerie beauty link it to dark, mysterious themes.

cute cat names
cute

Moon-inspired moniker, evokes softness and charm, popularized by Harry Potter's character.

white cat names
white

Moon's glow matches their fur, making them night's soft, radiant companions.

tortoiseshell cat names
tortoiseshell

Moon-like patches mirror night sky on their multicolored fur.

fall cat names
fall

Moon's descent mirrors this celestial moniker's connection to autumnal equinox.

playful cat names
playful

Moon's whimsical nature mirrors a kitten's mischievous, energetic antics.

celestial cat names
celestial

Moon's Latin name is Luna, making it a heavenly moniker.

unique cat names
unique

Moon-inspired moniker, popular among witches in Harry Potter series!

spooky cat names
spooky

Moon association evokes darkness, mystery, and popular witchy folklore.

shy cat names
shy

Moon's quiet glow mirrors their gentle, reserved nature.

traditional cat names
traditional

Moon-inspired monikers have been favored for felines for centuries.

Popularity

Based on likes, Luna ranks #77 with users of MeowNames.com.

Luna is one of the more common cat names amongst our community. According to our statistics, Luna is considerably more popular than most other cat names.

Popularity: Historical Trend

Luna was, over the past 30 days, the 4th ranked cat name for views on MeowNames.com.

As of May 2024, Luna is a name that's increasing in popularity with new kitten owners. According to our stats, it's more fashionable than it was at this time last year.

In general, this name has stayed pretty consistent in terms of popularity with MeowNames.com visitors.

In the past week, Luna was viewed 37 times, and liked 15 times.

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Adrianna (Pennsylvania, United States)
I think Luna is an adorable name for a black cat, and I have a stuffed cat named Luna. She is so soft and cuddly and loves snuggling with me along with my stuffed cheetah, nala at bed every night, and she is also my favorite stuffed animal, and Luna is my second favorite name after Bella.
February 20, 2024

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