Cat name
Pegasus
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- male
- Syllables
- 3
Meaning
Winged horse of Greek myth, also a constellation
More
The winged horse born from Medusa's blood — also a large autumn-sky constellation.
Themes
Questions
- What does Pegasus mean?
- Pegasus means Winged horse of Greek myth, also a constellation. It's a name of Greek origin.
- Where does the name Pegasus come from?
- Pegasus comes from Greek. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
- Is Pegasus a boy or girl cat name?
- Pegasus 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 Pegasus a good name for a cat?
- Pegasus is a thoughtful pick. At 3 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "Winged horse of Greek myth, also a constellation." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.
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