Muna

Meaning of Muna

Muna is a female name of Arabic and Swahili origin, pronounced MOO-nah (/muːnɑ/). In Arabic it stems from the plural of munya—‘wish’ or ‘desire’—and in Swahili it carries a comparable sense of aspiration. No need for linguistic gymnastics to master its pronunciation, a quality that has encouraged its adoption across the Arab world, East Africa, and into Western naming circles. In the United States, Muna has maintained a stable position between ranks 800 and 925 since the early 2000s, peaking at 51 births in 2019 and registering 35 in 2024. This steady performance, rather than any dramatic surge, suggests a deliberate appeal rooted in its clean phonetics and meaningful heritage. Analytically, Muna illustrates how a name can preserve cultural resonance while finding its place in diverse contemporary settings.

Pronunciation

Arabic,Swahili

• Pronunced as MOO-nah (/muːnɑ/)

• Mina
• Luna
• Mona
• Munira
• Nuna