Lunette
2025 SSA
About Lunette
Lunette is a delicate feminine name with French origins, derived from 'lune,' meaning 'moon.' The '-ette' suffix adds a diminutive quality, essentially meaning 'little moon.' This celestial connection gives Lunette an ethereal, enchanting quality. In French folklore, Lunette appears as a character in Arthurian legends, where she serves as Lady Laudine's confidante. The name has never been widely popular in English-speaking countries but maintains a consistent presence as a distinctive choice. Its lyrical sound and romantic French associations appeal to parents seeking something feminine yet uncommon. The lunar connection also resonates with those drawn to celestial or nature-inspired names.
Pronounced loo-NET.
As of October 2026, Lunette ranked #5839 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1394 in 1902.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Lunette on lists
Famous Lunettes
- Lunete
(Welsh, English: Luned; French: Lunete, Lunet) in Arthurian legend, was the handmaiden and advisor to the Lady of the Fountain (Laudine). She is described in Chrétien de Troyes' Yvain, the Knight of the Lion as being "a charming brunette, prudent, clever and polite..." [1]. It is she who is responsible for convincing Laudine to accept Ywain in marriage.
Lunette in pop culture
- Lunettes
French word for eyeglasses
- Lunette
brand of menstrual cup;
- Lunette
architectural term for a half,moon shaped space
- Loonette
clown character on TV's "The Big Comfy Couch"