Moon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOON / /muːn/English; Latin; Native American
Meaning
English: celestial body; Latin: month; Native American: spirit
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, 'Moon' refers to the natural satellite of Earth, often symbolizing femininity and intuition. The Latin origin relates to the word 'mensis,' meaning month, reflecting the lunar cycle's influence on time. In various Native American cultures, the moon is often associated with spiritual significance and is revered in many myths and legends.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Moone
- Mune
International Variants
- Luna (Spanish); Lune (French); Tsukuyomi (Japanese)
Famous people named Moon
Moon Unit Zappa — musician; Moon Jae-in — politician.
Fictional characters named Moon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moon was first seen in the United States in 1995. Moon has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Moon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moon (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 16 |