Astrology names are inspired by the stars, planets, constellations, and of course, zodiac signs. Characteristics, symbols, and more prove ripe for baby name inspiration and our astrology-obsessed culture is turning more and more to names inspired by their child’s zodiac sign. We have the millennial generation to thank for refitting astrology for our times. They turn to astrology for guidance in their relationships, careers, and even baby names!
It is likely no surprise to you that Leo reigns supreme among Zodiac-inspired baby names. It’s just so good new parents can’t pass it up. Other zodiac signs that are being used as given names include Aries and Aquarius, although these are not frequently chosen. We have gone through each of the 12 zodiac signs and recommended names based on each. We will start with baby names for girls and then boys will follow. We encourage you to read through the whole list as many options are gender-neutral and can be given to any baby. Now, let’s reach for the stars with these Zodiac-inspired baby names!
Zodiac-Inspired Baby Names for Girls
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Those born under the sign of the ram are fiery, bold, go-getters. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac making names like Una or Prima great options that reflect the sign being first. Further, the element for this sign is fire, making names with meanings that relate also appropriate. Enya is a great Irish option that means “fire.” Other possibilities include the Hebrew (unisex) name, Jubilee which means “ram’s horn” and the Persian name, Roxana, which means “dawn.”
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Folks born under the sign of the bull are often strong and grounded as the symbol suggests. We’re dealing with an earth element here which means that plenty of nature-inspired options could totally work. Chloe is a Greek name that means “young, green shoot.” Gaia is a mythical earth goddess name that could also be a winner for you. One last colorful option for Taurean babies is Terra a name of Latin origin that means “earth.”
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Geminis are a hard sign to pin down. They are eclectic and their outlooks are varied for the sign of the twins. We suggest the English, feminine form of Thomas, Thomasina, as the Aramaic root of the name means “twin.” In addition to the twin theme, names that also celebrate the sign’s air element work well. Celeste is a name that means “heavenly.” Zephyr is a unisex Greek name that means “west wind.” Aura is another Greek name that means “a gentle breeze.”
The color yellow is also associated with the sun which could offer some distinct possibilities. Zari is a Persian name that means “golden.” Buttercup is a Gemini name that speaks for itself!
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Cancers are born under the sign of the crab. Thus, the moon which rules the sign, and the sea are common symbols for the water sign. Luna and Selene are two popular moon goddess names today. A less traveled option is the Turkish name Ayla which means “halo” or “moonlight.” For a name that makes a splash, go with the Celtic classic Cordelia which means “daughter of the sea.”
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Leo baby names have lots of appealing inspirations: lions, gold, and the sun, to name the three main Leo symbols. Further, the sign’s element is fire making hot names a great possibility. Aurelia is a name that means “the golden one.” Orla is another possibility and it is of Irish origin and means “golden princess.” Ariel is of Hebrew origin and means “lion of God.” Finally, Leona is a Latin appellation that means “lioness.”
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
People born under Virgo are often dependable, practical, and fiercely loyal to the ones they love. Names relating to the earth, purity, and wisdom are also great Virgo baby names as they highlight the sign’s element and the symbol of the sign, the virgin or maiden. Cora is our top pick for a Virgo girl as it means “maiden” as does the Celtic name Imogen. For a dusty yet storied appellation, go with Agnes which means “pure.” For an earthy spin, go with Ceres who is the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Libra babies grow up to be balanced and fair. Thus, Harmony (Alaina is an Irish name that means the same) and Justice are top picks and both are unisex. Libras also are governed by Venus which tends to make them big flirts and very romantic. This is another air sign of the zodiac so names that are breezy are also great. Nasima is our top pick in this regard. The name is of Arabic origin and means “breeze” and “fresh air.”
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Strongwilled and magnetic, Scorpios are associated with the water element and are governed by Pluto. Red is commonly associated with the sign so names like Scarlett and Ruby will serve you well. The Choctaw name Talullah would be a colorful option that can be taken to mean “leaping water.”
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Adventure seems to be hardcoded into every Sagittarius’ core. One of the most free-spirited signs of the zodiac, Sagittarius is associated with its symbol the archer as well as the fire element. Ivara is a German name for girls that means “archer” or “yew tree.” Ember is the French form of Amber and it means “burning piece.” The sign is governed by Jupiter. Thus, the name Callisto would be great as it belongs to one of the planet’s moons. It also happens to mean “most beautiful” which is not bad!
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Those born under the goat are members of the hardest working and most trustworthy zodiac sign. These folks are governed by the earth element and are often driven to the point of being stubborn (just like a goat). Amina is a gorgeous option of Arabic origin that means “trustworthy” and “faithful.” Another Arabic option, Mira is taken to mean “female ruler” or “queen.” The popular name Amelia contains a German root that means “work” or “industrious.” Hermione is a distinct possibility too as its Greek root means “earthly.”
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Names for Aquarian babies reflect the sign’s symbols of water and air. It is governed by the air element but the symbol for the sign is the cupbearer so there’s a water connection as well. Brooke works as a connection to the flowing cup. Nixie is a German name that means “water nymph.” Finally, Nahla is an Arabic option that means “a drink of water.”
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Pisceans are known for their creative, gentle, and loving nature so names that reflect those qualities will be an excellent fit. Further, the sign is governed by water and its symbol is two fish. Ruth is a name of Hebrew origin that means “compassion.” This is fitting as Pisceans are some of the most sensitive and sympathetic signs of the Zodiac. Marina and Maren are names of Latin origin that mean “from the sea.” All are beautiful options!
Zodiac-Inspired Baby Names for Boys
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
Now to Zodiac names for boys! Those born under the sign of the ram are fiery, bold, go-getters. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac making names like Primo and Ace fitting options. Lesser know, Ichiro is a Japanese option that means “first son.” If you would like to lean into the fiery element of the sign, Ignatius is a name with the meaning.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Boys born under the sign of the bull are often strong and grounded as the symbol suggests. We’re dealing with an earth element here which means that plenty of nature-inspired options will totally work. Fintan is a name of Irish origin that means “white bull.” If you’re into earthy options, Dion is a French name from Greek that means “child of heaven and earth.” Seb is an Egyptian option that means “God of the Earth.”
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Geminis are a tricky sign to pin down. They are eclectic and their outlooks are varied for the sign of the twins. Thomas works well as its Aramaic root means “twin.” Further, Rome or Roman are also possibilities as the founding myth of Rome is based on the twins (Romulus and Remus). To honor the sign’s element you could go with the underused Native American name (that happens to be unisex), Coro. It means “wind.”
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Cancers are born under the sign of the crab. Thus, the moon which rules the sign, and the sea are common symbols for this water sign of the zodiac. Kai is a popular name today that is of Hawaiian origin and means “sea.” Luan is a Portuguese name for boys that means “moon.” Finally, Badar is an Arabic or Hindi name that means “full moon.”
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Leo baby names have lots of appealing inspirations: lions, gold, and the sun, to name the three main Leo symbols. Further, the sign’s element is fire making spicy names a great possibility. Cyrus and Elio both mean sun. Ari is a unisex name that means “lion of God” in Hebrew. Leander is a stylish name of Greek origin that means “lion-man.” Rawr!
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Folks born under Virgo are often dependable, practical, and fiercely loyal to the ones they love. Names relating to the earth, purity, and wisdom are also great Virgo baby names as they highlight the sign’s element. Ezra is a name of Hebrew origin that means “help” and Adam is also Hebrew in origin but means “son of the red earth.” Raymond is a name of German origin that means “wise protector.”
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Libra babies grow up to be balanced and fair. Thus a name like Isaeus (pronounced ih-ZAY-us) that means “equality” is a solid choice. The sign is governed by Venus which means that Librans tend to be obsessed with romance and beauty. The Arabic name, Jamal, means “beauty.” Finally, the element for the sign is air so a name like Neil that means “cloud” is a great pick.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Strongwilled and magnetic, Scorpios are associated with the water element and are governed by Pluto. Red is commonly associated with the sign so the name Phoenix which means “dark red” is a good choice. This is one of the zodiac’s water signs and so a name like Brooks is swell as well. Octavio also works here, meaning “eighth son.”
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Adventure seems to be hardcoded into every Sagittarius’ core. One of the most free-spirited signs of the zodiac, Sagittarius is associated with its symbol the archer as well as the fire element. That makes the name Archer a fitting pick. If Archer is too on the nose, go with the German name Ivo which means “archer” or “yew wood.” Kymani hints at exploration as the Eastern African name means “adventurous traveler.”
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Those born under the goat are members of the hardest working and most trustworthy zodiac sign. These folks are governed by the earth element and are often driven to the point of being stubborn. Giles is a name of Greek origin that means “young goat.” Could we have found an appellation more fitting? Clay is a rich earthy name that is a warm choice. Lastly, Ephraim highlights their sense of hard work, the Hebrew root of the name means “productive.”
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
Names for Aquarian babies reflect the sign’s symbols of water and air. It is governed by the air element but the symbol for the sign is the cupbearer so there’s a water connection as well. Calder is an English name that means “rocky water.” Lian is a German or Chinese name that means “waterfall.” Moses is a cherished Egyptian name that means “delivered from water.” Each of these names makes a splash!
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Pisceans are known for their creative, gentle, and loving nature so names that reflect those qualities will be an excellent fit. Further, the zodiac sign is governed by water and its symbol is two fish. Koi, Pike, and Fisher all tow the fishing line. If you’re looking for a name that celebrates a winning quality that many Pisces possess, go with the Irish name Finn which means “fair.”
What did you think of these Zodiac-inspired names for girls and boys? We hope you found some options that are worthy of your consideration. If you are still searching for the perfect baby name, keep reading! We have compiled a list of baby names for girls and boys that have star-related meanings. Yes, these names are real superstars!
Astra
Astra is a girl’s name of Latin origin meaning “stars.” Despite its accessible sound and familiarity, Astra has never been a popular choice as a given name for girls in the US. Parents, you know what to do!
Estelle
Estelle is the French form of the Latin word stella which means “star.” While we totally endorse you naming your girl Stella, we thought the name Estelle was a bit more off the beaten path. You will find that most names that mean star are.
Roxana
A little more romantic than Roxanne, Roxana means “little star” or “dawn.” It’s a Persian name that belonged to the wife of Alexander the Great. A beautiful name for any parent who’s always wanted to call their daughter “Roxy.”
Vesper
The name Vesper comes from Latin and means “evening star.” It’s a mysterious and fun name for girls. Evening prayers are often called vespers in Catholic practices. For a name that connotes mystery, contemplation, and stars, Vesper is a winner.
Danica
Danica is a name of Slavic origin that is associated with Diana or Venus. The name means “morning star.” We love that this name sounds balanced, both feminine and straightforward. The name has been a mildly popular choice in the US ever since the 1970s but it has so much more potential.
Seren
Seren is a top girls’ name in Wales – and a lovely choice almost unknown elsewhere. Seren, in the Sirona form, was an ancient goddess of the hot springs. This name is found in both Welsh and Turkish traditions as a name meaning “star” or “sail mast.” Let’s bring this Welsh hit to the US!
Desdemona
Is Desdemona too much of a name for a baby girl to shoulder today? That’s up to you! it is one of the names that mean star but it’s not the happiest association. The name is of Greek origin with a root that means “ill-starred.” Desdemona is a Shakespearean name, but because the beautiful and innocent wife of Othello came to such a tragic end, her name has been avoided for centuries. We think it’s time for a revisit!
Yvaine and Yvain
Yvaine is a unisex name (more commonly spelled Yvain for boys) that is of Scottish origin and means “evening star.” Yvaine is considered the more feminine form of the two but if you are interested in Yvain as a boy’s name the name belonged to a Knight of the Round Table in Arthurian legend.
Tana
Tana is a girl’s name of Greek origin meaning “fire or star goddess.” The correct pronunciation of this appellation rhymes with Hannah. The name was once a favored choice among new parents in the US from the 1940s through the 1980s. It has since fallen off completely. It’s one of the best names that mean star that parents are not using today.
Calytrix
Calytrix, pronounced CALL-uh-trix, has the potential to throw some folks but we do not think it is a dealbreaker. The name is of Greek origin as a botanical name meaning “star-flower.” The Calytrix flower is native to much of Australia and is part of the myrtle family. They are commonly known as star flowers, because of their dainty 5 petalled flowers that are usually bright white in color.
Hesper
If Vesper didn’t do it for you, perhaps Hesper will. Hesper is a girl’s name meaning “evening star.” It is a feminine form of Hesperus, the name of the Greek mythological personification of the Evening Star. This name has never been popular in the US.
Hoshi
Hoshi is a traditional Japanese name for girls that means “star.” Despite this name’s inviting sound that is completely accessible it has never been widely given as a name for baby girls in the US.
Tarabai
Pronounced ta-rab-eye, Tarabai is an Indian appellation with serious feminist clout. Tarabai Bhosale was a 17th-century Maratha queen who was a skilled military leader and successfully resisted the Mughal empire on behalf of her people. Centuries later the name belonged to Tarabai Shinde who is often regarded as the writer of India’s first feminist text. Even the name’s meaning touts this, “feminine star.” Bravo!
Itri
There are very few boy names that mean star. In fact, most of them on this list are unisex options! So it is very rare to find Itri, a name for boys that means “star.” It is of Berber origin and is virtually unknown in the US. Let’s hope that changes!
Izar
Izar is a unisex name of Basque origin that means “star.” As we just mentioned, there are not many names that mean star for boys but this unisex option can work for any baby. In Europe, where the name is far more popular, it is more often given to baby girls than boys.
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Realtin
Pronounced RAYL-teen, Realtin could prove a bit of a challenge. It’s not one of the most accessible names that mean star but it is one of the options for parents who also want an Irish name for their daughter. Realtin means “little star.” We’re not sure if this name will ever cross the pond but it’s an interesting option to consider.
Sidra
Sidra is a girl’s name of Latin origin meaning “like a star.” It’s one of the multicultural names that mean star but only in its Latin translation. The name is also found in Arabic and Hebrew with the meaning “lotus tree” and “sequence.” It’s one of our favorite girl names that mean star on this list and we hope more US parents discover it!
Zorya
Zorya is the name of the two star goddess in Slavic mythology: Zorya Utrennyaya and Zorya Vechernyaya. The first refers to the morning star and the second, the evening stars. The name is used often in Russia and anywhere Slavic languages are spoken. It simply means “star.”
Etoile
Those without a French background might stumble over the pronunciation of Etoile, the French word for star. If you are looking for French names that mean star, this could be the very best option for your baby girl.
Maristela
Maristela is one of the many names for the Virgin Mary. The appellation is popular in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking communities. The name is of Latin origin and means “star of the sea.” It’s the best of Mary and Stella all in one name!
Namid
One of the few boy names that mean star, Namid is of Native-American, Ojibwa origin and means “star dancer.” Does that take the cake as the best meaning among these names that mean star? We think that’s very much possible but you get to be the judge.
Rasalas
A virtually unknown Arabic name in the US, Rasalas has the colorful meaning, “the northern star of the lion’s head.” If you think this name might be related to the constellation Leo, you would be correct! Rasalas is the name of a star in the constellation Leo. Again, this is one of the very few boy names that mean star.
Tarak
Tarak is a boy’s name of Sanskrit origin that means “star” and “protector.” Tarak has a sci-fi sound to it but it’s still easy enough for most English speakers to access it. The name has never been a popular one in the US and we desperately hope that changes in the coming years.
Este
Pronounced es-tay, Este is a Persian diminutive form of the name Esther. Both are names that mean star. We like this express version of the name which is the perfect alternative to Esme. Despite this name being relatively unknown in the US it does belong to Este Arielle Haim one of the members of the band Haim.
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Aster
Aster is a unisex English name that means “star.” The name of the Aster flower, named by the English, was derived from the Greek word for star. This is a beautiful botanical meets celestial name that brings the best of both worlds together in a single name!
There you go! We hope you enjoyed these names that mean star. You would think there would be more out there but it’s a very unique name meaning that not many appellations can claim. If you liked these names that mean star, we urge you to keep reading for names that mean moon!