Summary
Luffy's name comes from the word luff, a nautical term that refers to sailing against the wind. Luffy's name symbolizes how he always leads everyone in the right direction in One Piece. Luffy has grown into a guiding force for others over the years and can be considered the greatest captain in One Piece.
Over the years, Luffy gradually developed into one of the greatest pirate captains A pieceLuffy's incredible fighting prowess is one thing, but while he may seem reckless and impulsive, he has had countless moments of true leadership and never fails to unite everyone behind a common goal.
It's hard to see Luffy as anything other than a great captain in One Piece, and another detail about him proves that even more. In the fourth issue of One Para, a series of flyers released alongside One Piece's 10th anniversary merchandise, Eiichiro Oda talked about the hidden meaning behind the name Luffy, and it's clear that Luffy's name has always been a sign of how big a character he will become. A piece.
That meaning is always shown in each story line, and when One Piece reaches the final chapter, it will definitely become more clear.
Luffy's name symbolizes his importance in One Piece
Luffy's name comes from the nautical term
Theo Eiichiro Oda, Luffy's name comes from the word “luff”is a nautical term that refers to bringing the head of a ship closer or directly into the wind. When someone is steering, it means they are positioning their ship to go faster and better, so it makes sense that Monkey D. Luffy's name symbolizes how he always leads everyone on the best path, regardless of whether they are crew members or temporary allies. Oda implies that this is just a coincidence, but even if it is, it's still a great statement about Luffy's character regardless.
Luffy is always the source of charm and luck in One Piece
Even if Eiichiro Oda didn't intend for Luffy's name to be associated with luffing, the symbolism is still evident in everything Luffy does in One Piece. Even when Luffy is just acting on impulse, things always turn out well for him and anyone around him, and his success has reached the point where he is officially considered one of the Four Emperors. Everything always works out in the end for Luffyand that's why luffy originates from luffing, perfectly illustrating why he's such a great captain.
All of which, of course, is further emphasized by Luffy inherits Joy Boy's power and Roger's will.. Considering both of these factors, Luffy is the type of person who always leads people in the right direction thanks to his strength and personality, basically making him the physical embodiment of luffing. All of which is shown by the fact that people constantly flock to Luffy in admiration, and above all, Luffy's Name is another reason why he has long been the greatest pirate captain in Eiichiro Oda's A piece.
Source: Translation by One Para via Arlong Park Forum.