Centaurus

Meaning

The centaur — a large southern constellation

More

The half-man, half-horse of Greek myth — and the southern constellation home to Alpha Centauri, our nearest stellar neighbor.

Themes

Questions

What does Centaurus mean?

Centaurus means The centaur — a large southern constellation. It's a name of Greek origin.

Where does the name Centaurus come from?

Centaurus comes from Greek. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.

Is Centaurus a boy or girl cat name?

Centaurus 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 Centaurus a good name for a cat?

Centaurus is a thoughtful pick. At 3 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "The centaur — a large southern constellation." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.