Mighty and powerful Hercules is the name of a constellation. It is an Arabic word meaning ‘lamb.’, This space theme name for your little boy is a Hawaiian word for ‘star.’. Rakesh. Ilkay is from the elements ‘ilk’, which means ‘first’ and ‘ay,’ which means ‘moon’. Moon -themed baby names also include names of moons on other planets in the solar system, such as Ophelia and Titan. 110 This unique name would make a distinctive alternative to Charlotte and Sarah. Candra was the incarnation of the Indonesian goddess of Love, Dewi Ratih and her name means ‘glowing like the moon’. Meaning ‘Rama moon’, Ramachandra is a Hindu name, derived from Lord Rama. It is known as the name of Harry Potter’s sneering nemesis. Turkish has a special affinity with the moon. Some even say it’s a name borrowed from the mythology of night skies. Background. The name comes from the Geek word for sea. Pluto is derived from a Latin word and means ‘God of the underworld’. Goddess Artemis is equivalent to Diana in Roman mythology, but the moniker Artemis is more distinctive and fresher than the latter. It requires the application of mathematics, physics, and chemistry in order to attempt to explain the origins and evolution of those celestial objects. Cassiopeia is one of the hottest constellation baby names. It has a balance of sass and refinement. Ophelia is the name of a tiny moon in Uranus. They have Holmes as a surname, but we think Holmes would make a nice first or middle name as well. Aurora is also the name of the Roman goddess of dawn, whose tears turned into morning dew. It is an English name that astronomers give to small metallic or rocky bodies that shoot through the galaxy. The name comes from the Greek word Herakles, which means ‘hero’ or ‘warrior’. The name Miranda comes from the Latin word Mirandus, which means ‘she who must be admired’. Ares or Arese would make a nice alternative to Aries. Equuleus — Little horse. If yes, then which one is your favorite? This name so was overexposed in the mid 20th century that it fell into a period of neglect. It’s also the name of a city in Greece. The name is a corruption of Arabic yad al-jawzā , meaning "hand of the central one." BETELGEUSE: This is the name of the second brightest star in the constellation Orion, and one of the largest stars known; if it were put in place of our own sun, its outer surface would reach Mars. Aku is a Babylonian mythological name of the Moon god. It means ‘full’. Luna is Latin for moon. The meaning of Hilal is ‘new crescent moon’. It is one of the most stylish names right now and is adopted by people of all regions. Besides the names in the article, here are a couple. Moon names have since experienced a steep decline in frequency, and in recent years they are of only occasional use. Nature-inspired names are perfect for a baby girl or baby boy. Ayla: means "halo around the moon" in Turkish. She is depicted as a charming woman. It’s often considered a short for Mahdokht, a Persian name, which means ‘daughter of the moon’. In Spanish mythology, Quila is the name of the Incan moon goddess, one of the most powerful deities. Alula is the name of one of the first twin stars discovered. Shorten this lovely name to Zel for a different spin. Check them out below! It appears just twice in a lifetime. The name would appeal to parents because of its ‘s’ ending. Wondering how? But you don’t have to be Latin to use this name for your child. Orion, also called The Hunter, is the brightest and best-known constellation in the sky. This name peaked in the 1950s and is still going strong. Bellatrix is the name of an appellation of one of the many stars in Orion. Nova is the nuclear explosion of a white dwarf, which causes sudden brightening of the star. It is pronounced as “Mah-rah-mah”. In Greek mythology and Homer’s epic Odyssey, the Orion constellation was personified as an adventurous hunter. It is also known as Neptune V. It also has its origin in Greek, meaning ‘lady.’. Pensri is a Thai name, meaning ‘full moon’. Keep a name that your little one will feel proud as they grow. It is sure to make a unique name for the apple of your eye. This American name means ‘white moon’. The name Taurus comes from the Latin word meaning ‘bull. The second-closest planet to the Sun, named after the Roman goddess of beauty and love, makes the name regal and feminine. So if you can look past its strange connection, the name means ‘all gifted’ and sounds charming. Badriyah is the feminine form of the name Badr. Astronomers gave this name to a giant star found in the Taurus constellation. Jules or Julie would make the best nicknames for Juliet. This name so was overexposed in the mid 20th century that it fell into a period of neglect. Arche is the name of a moon orbiting Jupiter. This name sounds appealing because of its similarity to the very likable Omar. It’s a great name for parents who do not want a clear space name for their child. She was the daughter of Atlas, who enticed Odysseus for seven long years. So if you are blessed with a twin, Pollux and Castor could make excellent starry choices. Fun fact: Selene is actually part of the Pleiades, an open star cluster located in the constellation of Taurus. This lovely and classic name belongs to the Roman goddess of moon, hunting and virginity. This name follows the general trend. This moniker is no longer limited just to boys. It is of Scandinavian origin, meaning ‘daughter of the sun’ has rarely crossed the shores of the country. Larissa is the name of one of Neptune’s moons. Phoenix is the name of the robotic spacecraft that was sent to Mars for exploration. This strong name carries a romantic image. This moniker has a lacy and delicate charm, just like its bearer. All rights reserved. Add a twist to the name by spelling it with a K, like Kalypso. It is an incredibly intriguing name with a very pleasant sound. Callisto is the name of the third-largest moon in the universe. In Greek mythology, Larissa was the mother of Pelasgus. If you take the tennis champion’s name as an indication, any girl with this name will have a successful future. This is a unique and even slightly outlandish moon-inspired name in this list. To celebrate your child’s arrival, why don’t you name her Luna? Amaris is a pretty and unusual baby name, which means ‘child of the moon’ in Old Irish and ‘given by God’ in Hebrew. Alcmene is the Latin form of the Greek name Alkmene, which means ‘might of the moon’. This fanciful name is associated with Clarice Starling, the FBI agent from the ‘Silence of the Lambs,’ a role, which got Jodi Foster the Best Actress Oscar. Carina is the name of the constellation containing Canopus, which is the second-brightest star in the beautiful sky. These words, inturn, originated from Old English term ‘mona’. Nanna is the name of the moon god and the son of Enlil in Sumerian mythology. This name was popular in 1950 with the 230th position. It was the name of the lead actress in Ibsen’s Peer Gynt. Luna is a strong, yet shimmery moon-inspired name that has been growing in popularity, probably because of the character Luna Lovegood from the Harry Potter series. Leo is the name of a constellation containing clusters of shiny stars. Aysu is another Turkish name with meaning ‘moon water’. But the younger ones will probably associate it with the stylist in The Hunger Games. It is a Scottish and Latin name for a ‘flower.’. It would make an apt name for one of your twin girls. This Greek name means ‘the moon.’ It’s basically the variation of Selena. Atlas is the teeny tiny (well not so tiny), smooth-surfaced moon of Saturn. It has a Spanish origin. 26. The popularity of this name has been decreasing. Portia is the name of one of the moon of Uranus. Moon, written as 月 in kanji, is commoly used in Japanese names, but it is pronounced in several ways; tsuki, duki, luna, akari, hikari, etc. There are lots of names for stars in different in different languages and cultures. The name is related to the Sun, one of the brightest stars. You can even shorten it to Chandra, another Sanskrit name, meaning ‘moon’. Meteors are smaller than asteroids. Gemini — Twins. A very unique and pretty name for your little baby, this name has a Japanese origin and the meaning of the name is “the beauty of the moon” or “the gracious moon”. Keeping with the trend, we have compiled a comprehensive list of space-themed baby names for your little one. Elara — A moon of Jupiter. This unique name, Themis refers to a group of asteroids. Artemas and Artemus are alternative spellings for this name. It is the Maori word for moon. It is one of the most meaningful and rhythmic names, meaning means ‘ember moon.’. The name Astennu was the most popular in 1971 when it reached the #321st spot. This Greek name, meaning ‘happy’, originally belonged to the mother of the Helen of Troy. It’s an epithet for Diana, the Roman Goddess of moon. But you have the option of shortening to either Chandra or Chandru. The month of January is also named after Janus. Cupid means ‘desire’ in Latin, and is also one of Santa’s reindeer. The name Candra is derived from an Indonesian love story about princess Candra of Kediri. It denotes a strong and powerful personality. Apollo is not just the name of the Greek god of sun and light, it was also the name of a famous NASA program. It is the name of one of the many moons on the planet of Mars. Namid means ‘star dancer,’ and is of Native American origin. Etoile is a  beautiful girl yet the unusual name for a baby girl meaning ‘star.’ It has its origin in French. Starling is a creature found in every corner of the Earth. Solstice is a new-age name with an ancient history. Taurus is the name of the star sign and constellation picturing the fore-quarter of a bull. Orion – A constellation named after the mythical Greek hunter. It has the same meaning and pronunciation but spells differently. Balachandra is a traditional Hindu name, meaning ‘young moon’. Grus — Crane. But people might mistake it for Archie from the Archie comics. The name means ‘ruler of man’. It’s one of the cutest space themed baby names for girls. The name Solar is perfect for your little boy who is the center of your world. These names are all inspired by the moon or are the names of one of the moons of various planets in the solar system. Saturn The name comes from the Roman god with two heads. Aysun is a lovely Turkish name, meaning ‘beautiful as the moon’. Sagittarius is most visible in the middle of winter, and bright enough that you can see it even if there is a moon. Purnama was once a prominent name in Indonesia and India. Both mother and daughter’s name have celestial objects named after them. Ariel is not just the name of the red-haired Disney princess but is also the shiniest moon in Uranus. This name will sound cute even when used for a girl. The meaning of this Arabic name is ‘moon halo’. We hope our compilation helps you find the perfect name for your baby. Io, the name of the most volcanic moon in the solar system, will make a great nickname if your child is named Antonio, Amelio or Octavio. Scientists have restored the planet status to Pluto. It typically takes place near the southern and northern magnetic poles. MomJunction has compiled an extensive list of names that mean moon or alluding to its gods and goddesses. Would you select a name that means moon for your child? Names meaning star also include the names of individual stars or constellations, such as Vega and Andromeda, as well as the names of planets such as Venus and Jupiter Here are all Nameberry's names that mean star for … Luan. 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