Stardust and Moonbeams

  1. Miram
    • Description:

      Miram appears to be a variant spelling of Miriam, a classic feminine name with ancient Hebrew origins. In Hebrew, Miriam means 'sea of bitterness,' 'rebelliousness,' or 'wished-for child.' This name carries significant biblical heritage, as Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron in the Old Testament, known for her prophetic gifts and leadership. The spelling 'Miram' might represent a regional variation or a simplified form that emerged through transliteration across different languages. While much less common than the standard Miriam, Miram offers a slightly more streamlined appearance while maintaining the same melodic pronunciation. The name conveys a sense of timelessness and heritage, connecting its bearer to thousands of years of tradition across multiple cultures and religions.
  2. Eos
    • Origin:

      Greek; Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "dawn; nightingale"
    • Description:

      Eos -- that's pronounced with a short e like eros without the r -- is the Greek Titan of the dawn. Any ancient name with a sleek modern feel has definite revival possibilities. Eos could be an inventive way to honor grandma Dawn.
  3. Rigel
    • Origin:

      Astronomy, Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "foot, leg"
    • Description:

      The name of the seventh brightest star in the sky, Rigel was chosen by the Danish astronomer, Ejnar Hertzprung, and his wife Henrietta Kapteyn (the daughter of another astronomer) for their daughter back in the early 20th century. Derived for the Arabic Rijil meaning "foot, leg", it appears in the Orion constellation.

      Sporadically used for girls, it is more consistently, though quietly, used for boys.
  4. Taurus
    • Origin:

      Sign of the Zodiac, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "bull"
    • Description:

      The Zodiac name hasn't caught on like Leo or Aries, though it did appear in the US Top 1000 for five consecutive years back in the '70s.
  5. Ourania
    • Description:

      Ourania is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins. It directly derives from the Greek word 'οὐράνιος' (ouranios) meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky.' In Greek mythology, Ourania was one of the nine Muses, specifically the Muse of astronomy and celestial bodies, often depicted with a globe and compass. The name embodies concepts of cosmic order, heavenly inspiration, and divine knowledge. While never extremely common in the Western world, Ourania has persisted through the centuries, particularly in Greek communities. In modern Greece, it remains in use though not among the most popular choices. The name appeals to parents interested in classical mythology or seeking a name with celestial connections.
  6. Atria
    • Origin:

      Star name, Latin
    • Meaning:

      "entry hall"
    • Description:

      A star in the constellation Triangulum Australe, also the name of a publishing imprint and an assisted living corporation, probably because it has that streamlined corporate I-could-be-a-car-name feel. Atria is the plural of the more familiar term for an entry hall or foyer, atrium.
  7. Alioth
    • Caelum
      • CHANDRA
        • Chiron
          • Cyllene
            • Evenstar
              • Evren
                • Polaris
                  • Rastaban
                    • Taygeta
                      • Umbriel

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