Cat name

Canopus

Origin
Greek
Gender
male
Syllables
3

Meaning

Second-brightest star in the night sky

More

The second-brightest star in the night sky — a yellow-white supergiant in Carina, mostly visible from the Southern Hemisphere.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Canopus mean?
Canopus means Second-brightest star in the night sky. It's a name of Greek origin.
Where does the name Canopus come from?
Canopus comes from Greek. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Canopus a boy or girl cat name?
Canopus is traditionally a male name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
Is Canopus a good name for a cat?
Canopus is a thoughtful pick. At 3 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "Second-brightest star in the night sky." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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