Cat name

Fomalhaut

Origin
Arabic
Gender
unisex
Syllables
3

Meaning

Mouth of the fish — brightest star in Piscis Austrinus

More

The brightest star in Piscis Austrinus — a young star surrounded by a striking debris disk.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Fomalhaut mean?
Fomalhaut means Mouth of the fish — brightest star in Piscis Austrinus. It's a name of Arabic origin.
Where does the name Fomalhaut come from?
Fomalhaut comes from Arabic. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Fomalhaut a good name for a cat?
Fomalhaut is a thoughtful pick. At 3 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "Mouth of the fish — brightest star in Piscis Austrinus." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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