Sagittarius, you're known for your curiosity, fearlessness, and independence, all of which you bring with you when naming a baby. Here, gain insight into your signature Sagittarius name style, approach to baby naming, and names you might like, along with expert intel on your Sagittarius baby.

There’s a wide world of baby names out there, Sagittarius, and you want to explore them all. You have an insatiable desire to learn all the names, and ask tons of questions during the process. Any names that elicit a positive feeling in you get a spot on your — very long — list.

That’s not to say you have low standards — quite the opposite. To earn a top spot on your list, a baby name has to look right, sound right, and feel right. What is "right?" It’s an elusive quality that even you can’t define, yet you understand instinctually.

We hate to say it, Sagittarius, but you’re not always an easy sign to have as a partner when naming a baby. You’re a lone ranger and don’t like to compromise or receive advice. You may find it difficult to prioritize the baby name conversation — which can be tricky if your partner likes to plan ahead — and may find yourself picking up and then abandoning the search at various points along the way. However, if your partner is up for an adventure, baby naming with you can be a fun and wild ride.

You’ll determine The Name in one of two ways. You may fall in love at first sight, find the perfect name early in the process and never look back. Or, you’ll go into the birth with a handful of frontrunners and have to meet your baby to decide which one fits — maybe even try them all on for size.

Of all the signs, you are the most likely to be struck by last-minute inspiration, or even change your baby’s name once it’s already decided. If that happens, it’s okay. Don’t overthink it, and go with the name that feels right.

Sagittarius, you push the limits of baby naming. It doesn’t matter to you if a name has traditional roots or historical provenance — you’ll make up your own baby name, if it comes down to it. You’re attracted to novelty, whether that means a name that is totally new to the lexicon or an established choice that is new to your family or part of the world. You wouldn’t name a child after yourself, at least directly, and you’re not going to pass down a family name, even if it’s been used for generations.

That’s because you’re not concerned with any baby name rules. In fact, you actively defy them. Who says your child can’t have a one-syllable first name and last name? Or that their initials shouldn’t spell a word? You love a name that goes against the grain, and will look out for this quality in your name search.

Naturally, then, the names on your list tend to be more unconventional than the average baby namer’s. You are drawn to aspirational names that may inspire higher ideals in your child, such as Everest to imbue strength, or Queralt to inspire love.

Anything you dislike about your own name will not be represented in that of your child. If you hated having a name that was difficult to pronounce or spell, a straightforward name will be high priority for your little one.

Flexibility is key, as you want your child to feel room to define their own identity within their name. For this reason, gender-neutral names get special consideration from you, Sagittarius. You appreciate that unisex names obscure assumptions about their bearer.

As someone who appreciates the wider world, international names are of special interest to you. You may like under-the-radar choices from other cultures, or choose a name that is easily translated internationally, to aid your child should they, too, be an avid traveler.

Unique names that travel off the beaten path — like Ginevra and Rui — are ideal for you, Sagittarius. You prioritize those that are aspirational in nature, such as goddess name Freyja or the overtly intellectual Knowledge.

Sagittarius, here's how to most effectively navigate the naming process with your partner, based on their sign.

Naming a baby Sagittarius? Head to our list of Sagittarius Names to find the right name for your little archer.

Jupiter’s influence means spirited, knowledge-seeking Sagittarian babies will be more upbeat than the average child when traveling, whether you’re thinking of taking a day trip to see the grandparents or bringing them with you on a long-distance flight. It’ll be the first clue that unlike siblings or peers who are homebodies, your Sag baby is ready to take on the world, preferring to shrug off tried-and-true routines for eye-opening moments.

And as the mutable fire sign, they’ll not only be more capable of taking a different, action-oriented approach midstream but they’ll welcome it. You may find that they’re even more blissed-out by a different sleep schedule than you are.

Excerpted from Raising Baby by the Stars: A New Parent's Guide to Astrology by Maressa Brown. Workman Publishing © 2023.