Cat name

Vega

Origin
Arabic
Gender
female
Syllables
2

Meaning

Falling — bright star in the constellation Lyra

More

The fifth-brightest star in the night sky and the brightest in Lyra.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Vega mean?
Vega means Falling — bright star in the constellation Lyra. It's a name of Arabic origin.
Where does the name Vega come from?
Vega comes from Arabic. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Vega a boy or girl cat name?
Vega 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 Vega a good name for a cat?
Vega is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "Falling — bright star in the constellation Lyra." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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