Cat name

Ara

Origin
Latin
Gender
unisex
Syllables
2

Meaning

The altar — a southern constellation

More

A small southern constellation depicting an altar — visible mostly from below the equator.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Ara mean?
Ara means The altar — a southern constellation. It's a name of Latin origin.
Where does the name Ara come from?
Ara comes from Latin. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Ara a good name for a cat?
Ara is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "The altar — a southern constellation." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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