622 Baby Names That Mean 'Star'

Names that twinkle with celestial charm.

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Names that mean ‘star’ have been popular with parents for centuries. Ever wondered why? Stars are admired for their beauty and mystery. They light up the night sky and have always amazed people. Ancient Egyptians believed that stars were the eternal souls of their ancestors, while the Ancient Greeks considered them as symbols of inspiration and divine guidance. The Chinese, however, viewed stars as a connection between the Earth and the heavens (1). Seeing its importance around the world, many parents love choosing star-themed names. Feminine names like Estella and Tara, which mean ‘star’ in Latin and Sanskrit, are loved for their elegance and natural grace. Meanwhile, masculine names like Dhruv meaning ‘pole star’ in Sanskrit, and Sirius, referring to a bright star in Greek, are loved for their unique sound and aesthetic appeal. Stars also carry deep spiritual meanings. In astrology, they are believed to influence one's destiny, which makes parents feel that a star name could lead their child toward a bright future. If you are looking for a star-themed name, then this list is for you. It contains popular names that mean ‘star’ in different languages. Have a look.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Nova	Girl	New; New star
Esther	Girl	Star; Hidden
Mariana	Girl	Star of the sea; Grace
Malia	Girl	Bitter; Star of the sea; A wished for child
Miriam	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Star of the sea
Maren	Girl	Of the sea; Star of the sea; True love; Ocean loving
Mina	Girl	Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector
Marie	Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea
Estella	Girl	Star
Marilyn	Girl	Wished for child; Star of the sea

Estrella	Girl	Star
Estelle	Girl	Star
Soraya	Girl	Rich; Princess; The Pleiades; Star cluster
Danica	Girl	Morning star; Venus
Dhruv	Boy	Immovable; Faithful; Polar star
Tara	Girl	Elevated place; Star; Hill
Roxanne	Girl	Bright star; Bright face; Sun; Sunlight; Sun god; Day
Mariella	Girl	Star of the sea
Agastya	Boy	Name of an influential Hindu sage; The Canopus star
Ester	Girl	Star; Evening star

Stellan	Boy	Peaceful one; Calm; Star
Mayra	Girl	Beloved; Star; Bitter
Star	Girl	Star
Danika	Girl	Morning star; Venus
Estela	Girl	Star
Usman	Boy	Baby bustard; Wise; Most powerful
Xitlali	Girl	Star; Goddess of the moon
Siddharth	Boy	Successful; Prosperous; One who has accomplished a goal or objective; Lord Shiva; White mustard; Fig tree
Maritza	Girl	Beloved; Loving; Star of the sea
Elanor	Girl	Star sun; Noble one

Sidra	Girl	Goddess of the stars; Lotus tree; Order
Rivaan	Boy	Horse rider; A star
Yitty	Unisex	Jewish woman; The Jutes tribe; Star; Home ruler
Roxy	Girl	Dawn; Brilliant; Bright star; Bright face
Esty	Girl	Star; Evening star
Twyla	Girl	Twilight; Star; Creative; Third
Sirius	Boy	Burning; Glowing; Star
Astraea	Girl	Star; Starry night; Star maiden
Dhruva	Boy	Fixed; Immovable; Stable; Pole star; Unshakeable
Astra	Girl	Star; Divine strength; Weapon

Astro	Boy	Star; Of the stars
Essa	Unisex	Star; Yahweh is salvation; Myrtle
Ousmane	Unisex	Baby bustard; Wise; Dragon cub; Powerful
Roxie	Girl	Bright star; Bright face; Shining; Dawn; Star; Dawn of the day
Essie	Girl	Star; Evening star
Maleigha	Girl	She who is bitter; Full of bitterness; A star of the sea; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Pearl
Seren	Girl	Star; Baby gazelle; Sky; Clear' Cloudless; Peaceful; Clear; Bright; Fair; Joyous; Calm
Xitlaly	Girl	Star
Maris	Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea
Starla	Girl	Star

Marisela	Girl	A woman who is war-like and aggressive; Star of the sea
Suraya	Girl	Star cluster; The Pleiades
Soha	Girl	Forgotten; Overlooked; Young star; Hidden star of a constellation
Sitara	Girl	A star; The morning star
Asteria	Girl	Star; Of the stars; Starry
Maribelle	Girl	Star of the sea; Beautiful Marie
Najma	Girl	Star; Celestial body; Source of inspiration
Citlaly	Girl	Star
Maraya	Girl	Raft; Star of the sea; Rebellious; Beloved
Dara	Boy	Fruitful; Star; Wealthy

Stiorra	Unisex	Star
Sid	Boy	Wide island; One who has accomplished a goal; Of Sidon, Truthful; Like a star
Kashvi	Girl	Shining; Luminous; Bright; A shining star; Beautiful; Blooming; Glowing
Maysa	Girl	Graceful; Sparkling star
Erina	Girl	Ireland; Fairy; Starflower; Favor; Village; Greens; That one
Aster	Girl	Star; Starry night; Star maiden; Flower
Rinoa	Girl	Queen; Sun-star; Radiant; Luminous
Astella	Girl	Star; Famous star
Twila	Girl	Woven with a double thread; Morning star; Light in dark places; Wildflower; Twilight; Strength
Citlalli	Girl	Star

Agasthya	Boy	The Canopus star
Rivan	Boy	Silver; Musical; Star; Basil
Sela	Girl	Rock; Noblewoman; Princess; Lady; City of Edom; Vainakh god of stars, thunder, and lightning
Uthman	Boy	Baby bustard
Mairin	Girl	A star of the sea; Rebelliousness; Beloved
Maryan	Girl	A graceful star of the sea
Rumaysa	Girl	Bold; Star
Castor	Boy	To excel; To shine; Beaver; Name of a star
Sidrah	Girl	A girl of the stars
Dhruvan	Boy	The fastest one; a Pole star

Estrellita	Girl	Star
Stirling	Boy	Excellent; Little star
Ailan	Unisex	Someone whose star sign is Aries; From Hadria; Noble
Kayhan	Unisex	Morning star; Ruler
Starlie	Unisex	Starry meadow
Ousman	Boy	Baby bustard; Wise; Dragon cub
Sohail	Boy	Level; Even; Star
Sarafina	Girl	Bright star; Fiery ones
Suhaila	Girl	Level; Even; A bright star
Esti	Girl	Sweet; Honey; Star

Daken	Boy	Bastard dog; Mongrel
Marita	Girl	Drop of the sea; Star of the sea
Krithika	Girl	Pleiades star cluster
Ledion	Boy	The Morning Star
Sithara	Girl	Star
Stela	Girl	Star
Tarak	Boy	Protector; Star
Terah	Boy	Station; Star
Izara	Girl	Star; Fire; Roar
Yvaine	Girl	Evening star; Well born

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Names that mean ‘star’ are loved by parents because they are associated with an admired celestial object and also have a good sound. It is believed that choosing a star-inspired name for your baby might attract a sense of light and guidance into their life. It is also considered a great way to connect your child to the mysterious universe. Additionally, these names can give your child a unique identity that helps them stand out. No matter which name you choose, make sure it fits well with your child and sounds good when placed before your family name.

References

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The Importance of Stars in Ancient Cultures.
https://starregister.org/the-importance-of-stars-in-ancient-cultures.php

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