Cat name

Cressida

Origin
Modern
Gender
female
Syllables
3

Meaning

A moon of Uranus

More

A small inner moon of Uranus — Uranus's moons all carry Shakespearean and Popean names.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Cressida mean?
Cressida means A moon of Uranus. It's a name of Modern origin.
Where does the name Cressida come from?
Cressida comes from Modern. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Cressida a boy or girl cat name?
Cressida 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 Cressida a good name for a cat?
Cressida is a thoughtful pick. At 3 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "A moon of Uranus." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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