Astronomy Names & Their Meanings

Jun 10

Written by Sarah at Adored Names

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The ultimate list of astronomical and celestial names is here! I did a deep dive and compiled a list of names that have meaning or relation to the sun, moon, stars, heaven, and constellations.

I love the magical air around these names. How dreamy to have a moniker related to the night and sky’s beauty. Add in a solid “nature vibe” and you have a list of names that appeal to more than just the science and astronomy loving parents.

Names Related To The Stars

Let us begin this list of celestial names by looking at the names fit for the little star of your world. Here you will find names that mean star as well as some names of stars. Whatever the root of the name may be, these are sure to shine as bright as your sweet babe.

Altair:
“Flying Eagle”
& a star in the constellation of Aquila
Aster:
“Star”
Asteria:
“Star”
Astra:
"Star"
Astraea:
"Starry night, Of the stars, Heavens"
Astro:
“Of the stars”
Essie:
"Star"
Estella:
"Star"
Estelle:
"Star"
Ester:
"Star"

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Esther:
"Star"
Esti:
"Little star"
Estrella:
"Star"
Galaxy:
"System of stars"
Hester:
"Star"
Nova:
"New"
& a sudden increase in a star’s brightness
Sirius:
"Burning brightly, Glowing"
& the brightest star in the sky
Star:
“Star”
Starla:
“Star”
Starri:
"Like the stars"
Stella:
“Star”
Sterling:
"Little star"

Names That Mean Moon

Some of the coolest celestial names come from those that have relation to the moon. This portion of the list offers a wide variety in sound and style as many languages and cultural backgrounds have their own beautiful way of honoring the moon through words and names. From the soft and sweet: Neoma to the cool and spunky: Atlas, I am loving the variety here.

Atlas:
"To carry, Bearer of the heavens"
& one of Saturn’s moons
Helene:
"Shining light"
& one of Saturn’s moons
Jaci:
"Healer"
& a Native American name meaning "Moon"
Luna:
"Moon"
Mahina:
"Moon"
Mona:
"Noble, Desires, Wishes"
& an Old English name meaning "Moon"
Moon:
“Moon”
Neoma:
"New moon"
Phoebe:
"Bright, Radiant"
& one of Saturn's moons
Sasi:
"Moon"
Selene:
"The moon, Moon goddess"

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Names That Mean Sun

Your little one is not even here yet and it may feel like your world already revolves around them. So why not give your little sunshine a name that fits his or her place in your world.

Cyrus:
“Sun”
Sol:
"Sun"
Solana:
“Sunshine”
Solaris:
“Of the sun”
Soleil:
“Sun”
Sunniva:
“Sun gift”
Sunny:
"Sunshine, Happy"
Sunshine:
“Sunshine”
Suriya:
“Sun god”

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Names Relating To Constellations

A list of astronomy related names could not be compiled without including some fabulous constellation names. From the more known names like: Leo, Orion, and Lyra to the less common names like: Libra, Aries, and Gemini; these were essential additions to this celestial list.

Aquila:
"Eagle"
& a constellation
Aries:
"The ram"
& one of the 12 zodiac constellations
Cassiopeia:
“A Constellation”
Gemini:
"Twin"
& one of the 12 zodiac constellations
Leo:
"Lion"
& one of the 12 zodiac constellations
Libra:
"Scales, Equality, Balance"
& one of the 12 zodiac constellations
Lyra:
"Harp" or "Lyre"
& a constellation
Orion:
"Rising in the sky"
& a constellation
Perseus:
"Avenger"
& a constellation

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Names With Heavenly Meanings

Here are some names with heavenly meanings to go match your sweet blessing.

Celeste:
“Heavenly”
Celia:
“Heavenly”
Celine:
“Heavenly”
Ciel:
"From Heaven, Heavenly"
Kalani:
“The heavens”
Lani:
"Heaven"
Leilani:
“Royal child of heaven, Heavenly flower”
Lulani:
"Highest heaven"
Meilani:
"Heavenly flower"
Nalani:
“Heavens, Serenity of the skies”
Neveah:
“Heaven”

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Names That Mean Sky

Not only are these names an astronomer’s dream, they also touch the hearts of those who love nature names. Check out these amazing names relating to the sky.

Araceli:
"Altar of the sky"
Aurora:
“Dawn”
& the name of the beautiful Aurora Borealis (North Lights) display that occurs in the northern hemisphere’s sky
Kailani:
"Sea and sky"
Kehlani:
"Sea and sky"
Skye:
"Island of clouds, Sky and heavens"
Zeru:
"Sky"

I hope this list could bring some inspiration or confirmation to you on your naming journey. If you are still in need of name help, check out more name lists under Baby Names, follow along on Instagram at @adorednames, or you can view custom name consultation packages under Consults & Keepsakes.

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