Luna in Chinese
Origin: Latin
Meaning: moon
The standard Chinese transliteration of Luna, pronounced Lù Nà. The characters are chosen for sound: 露 (lù, "dew"), 娜 (nà, "graceful, elegant"). Native speakers will immediately recognize it as the name Luna.
Character Breakdown
Note: Reads as the name "Luna" to native speakers; the characters are chosen for sound, so don't expect a poetic meaning. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
A Chinese-style given name inspired by the meaning of Luna ("moon"), expressing light and brightness: 晨 (chén, "morning") + 曦 (xī, "sunlight").
Character Breakdown
Note: A meaning-based Chinese given name; it will not sound like your English name, so pair it with an explanation if that matters to you. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Opens with 露 (lù, "dew"), which echoes the first sound of Luna (Lù), and adds 华 (huá, "splendid, magnificent; China") for light and brightness. It reads like a natural Chinese given name with a nod to your English one.
Character Breakdown
Note: Looks and sounds like a genuine Chinese given name while still echoing your name; a popular choice for tattoos. Traditional form 露華 differs from simplified 露华; pick one script and keep it consistent. Use a proper calligraphy font and have a native speaker check the final stencil (stroke order and orientation).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you write Luna in Chinese?
The most common way is 露娜 (traditional: 露娜), pronounced Lù Nà. This is the standard phonetic transliteration you would see in Chinese media and translations.
What does 露娜 mean?
露娜 is a sound-based transliteration, so as a whole it simply means "Luna". Individually: 露 (lù) = dew; 娜 (nà) = graceful, elegant. If you want real meaning, try 晨曦 (Chén Xī), inspired by the meaning of Luna: "moon".
Which Chinese name for Luna is best for a tattoo?
Choose 露娜 if you want people to recognize your name, 晨曦 if you prefer meaning over sound, or 露华 for a natural-sounding Chinese name that still echoes Luna. Whatever you pick, use a calligraphy font and ask a native speaker to check the final design.