Science Cat Names

Hubble is an uncommon masculine name derived from an Old English surname, which originally referred to someone who lived near a small hill or mound (from 'hob' or 'hub'). The name gained significant recognition through astronomer Edwin Hubble, after whom NASA's Hubble Space Telescope was named. This scientific association lends the name connotations of discovery, vision, and exploration of the cosmos. As a first name, Hubble remains extremely rare, making it a truly distinctive choice. It carries a bookish, intellectual quality while maintaining a friendly, approachable sound. Parents who choose this name often have an appreciation for astronomy, science, or simply desire an uncommon name with historical significance and positive intellectual associations.

A rare place name and surname, with possible potential as an alternative to Jaxon. Famous wearers of the surname include biologist brothers Charles Edward and Walter Faxon, and composer Nancy Plummer Faxon.

Usain Bolt chose Lightning as the middle name for his daughter — Olympia Lightning Bolt. Mainstream parents have taken a liking to Lightning as a boy name — it debuted on the charts in 2021, and was given to five baby boys in 2022.

A variant of Jameson or Jamison, borne by the first Black woman in space, former NASA astronaut Mae Jemison.

Shannyn Sossamon made waves when she used this as the middle name for her son Audio. It hasn't exactly caught on since them, but as parents are becoming more bold and direct with their word name choices, we wouldn't be surprised if Science became a more popular choice.

This Russian name was created by Communist parents looking to reject traditional names (it is believed to derive from the French surname Jaures). One notable bearer is Nobel prize winner and physicist, Zhores Alferov.

A scientific name, Kardashianized.

Better than Synergy.

With a fun, lively sound and a great namesake in programming pioneer, computer scientist and United States Navy rear admiral Grace Hopper, this is one of the coolest new surname names for girls.

Spacey.

Daring astronomical choice that's sure to shock Grandma and Grandpa.

This is a name teeming with feminist cred. Magistra Hersend was a 12th Century female physician who attended the King of France both at home and in battle and was well regarded by all her peers.

The Roman goddess of childbirth, prophecy, and technological innovation, said to be the inventor of the Roman alphabet. This name, which comes from the word for "song", is unused in the USA, but would be a fresh, feminine update to Carmen.