What is the origin of the name Luma?

Luma is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Luma?

Luma is currently ranked #16669 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

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Luma

LOO-mah

Popularity

#16669

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

216

Peak Year

#19 in 2023

First Recorded

1918

Style

Nature-Inspired, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

From Latin, 'lūmen,' meaning 'light' or 'illumination'. Symbolizes brightness and enlightenment.

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Lu Lulu

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Lu Lulu

Spelling Variations

Lumia

Similar Names

Luna Stella Aurora Seraphina

Personality Traits

IntelligentCreativeKindInquisitive

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