Cat name

Capella

Origin
Latin
Gender
female
Syllables
3

Meaning

Little she-goat — brightest star in Auriga

More

The yellow giant pair anchoring the constellation Auriga — Latin for "little she-goat."

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

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

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