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Discover Enchanting Celestial Baby Names Inspired by Stars & Moon
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January 20, 2026•2 days ago

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Parents are increasingly choosing baby names inspired by celestial bodies. Names like Luna, Atlas, Arundhuti, Nova, Castor, Chandrani, Elara, and Sirius are gaining popularity. These names are often chosen for their symbolic meanings, such as strength, serenity, brightness, and individuality, reflecting a growing trend in naming conventions.
Latin for “of the moon,” Luna reflects the calming and ever-changing qualities of the moon’s phases.
From Greek mythology, Atlas symbolises strength and responsibility and is linked to the Pleiades star cluster.
A bright star in the night sky, Arundhuti is revered in Hindu mythology for her loyalty and strength as the wife of Vasishtha
Nova means “new” in Latin; it refers to a bright star that keeps appearing and then fading over several months.
Castor is the brightest star found in the Gemini constellation; it embodies ambition.
Chandrani refers to the wife of moon; it evokes a sense of serenity and elegance.
Elara is one of the lesser-known moons of the gas giant Jupiter; it represents discovery, and individuality
Sirius is the brightest star in the sky; the name symbolises brightness, power and energy.
The name derives inspiration from the Pleiades star cluster; it signifies fire, power and luminosity.
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