Luna written in Chinese
露娜 is the standard Chinese transliteration for Luna in media, fiction, and reference works, but as a personal name it reads as a foreign-sounding phonetic rendering rather than a native Chinese given name.
3 real Chinese names for Luna
These are given names (the part after the family name) that echo the sound of Luna and read naturally to Chinese speakers.
1 · warm
Lù'ān
“dew-fresh and peaceful”
The opening lu matches Luna closely, and the soft second syllable keeps the name gentle and feminine.
2 · elegant
Lùníng
“precious jade, serene spirit”
璐 gives a clear lu echo, while 宁 adds a light n-sound that loosely recalls the second half of Luna.
3 · modern
Lùrán
“jade-like grace, natural ease”
It keeps the lu opening of Luna and follows with a smooth, airy second syllable that feels similarly soft.
A nickname friends might use
小露 Xiǎolù: Little Lu; a sweet, familiar nickname.
Add a Chinese family name
A full Chinese name puts the family name first: for example 林露安 (Lín Lù'ān). Many people choose a Chinese surname that sounds like their own last name, and a given name that carries the element their birth chart lacks.
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Luna is a Latin name meaning “moon,” and it is also the name of the Roman moon goddess.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say Luna in Chinese?
The standard transliteration is 露娜, pronounced Lùnà. 露娜 is the standard Chinese transliteration for Luna in media, fiction, and reference works, but as a personal name it reads as a foreign-sounding phonetic rendering rather than a native Chinese given name.
What is a good Chinese name for Luna?
Natural options that echo the sound of Luna: 露安 (Lù'ān, “dew-fresh and peaceful”); 璐宁 (Lùníng, “precious jade, serene spirit”); 璐然 (Lùrán, “jade-like grace, natural ease”). In a full Chinese name the family name comes first, followed by one of these given names.
How do you write Luna in Chinese characters?
As a transliteration: 露娜. As a real Chinese given name: for example 露安 (露 = dew; fresh brightness, 安 = peace; calm).
Can I use 露娜 as my Chinese name?
You can, but Chinese speakers will read it as a foreign name. Most people who live, study or work with Chinese speakers prefer a short name with a Chinese family name and a meaningful given name.
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Pinyin generated from the characters; tones shown with marks. Updated 2026-11-05.