Celestial Names: Star and Planet Names
- Columba
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"dove"Description:
Columba is an early saint's name that rhumbas to a modern beat. While the original St. Columba is male, the name sounds more appropriate for a girl in the modern world. Leave variations Colm and Callum for the boys.
- Auriga
Description:
Despite being a male character in Greek Mythology, we think Auriga wears better on a girl. It's the name of one of the 88 main constellations.
- Shaula
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"raised tail"Description:
A star in Scorpio whose name would certainly translate into a soft and unusual option for your November baby.
- Hamal
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"lamb"Description:
Alternative for the ultrapopular Jamal.
- Sagitta
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"arrow"Description:
Sagitta is not a part of the Sagittarius constellation, but rather its own collection of stars. However, its meaning, "arrow," would make it ideal for a Sagittarius daughter.
- Azha
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"the breeding place"Description:
Star name that could also be another spelling of Asia or Aja.