Meaning & Origin
Moon is an English and Korean surname. In English, it may derive from the Old French “moun” (monk), while in Korean, it comes from the hanja “λ¬Έ” (Moon), meaning “writing” or “scholar.”

History & Notable People
The MOON surname is common in English-speaking countries and Korea. Notable figures include Buzz Aldrin (born Edwin Eugene Aldrin Jr.), whose mother’s maiden name was Moon.