The Best Baby Names For Each Zodiac Sign

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Where baby names are concerned, the choices can be overwhelming. Do you go with Liam or Lucas? Emma or Olivia? Do you go with something traditional, or make up something new and unusual?

And what if you get it wrong?

Fortunately, when it comes to names, there is no right or wrong—although this is precisely what makes choosing a moniker for your child so difficult.

So why not enlist a little help from the stars above? After all, who wouldn’t want a heavenly name for their child?

The twelve signs of the zodiac correspond to different sections of the starry sky that fall roughly along the path of the sun. Each of the signs corresponds to a different date range, and those born within each range are inextricably linked to their sign.

Astrologists divine the fortunes and personalities of others using these signs, and many people—even in our modern world of empirical facts—turn to this for guidance and wisdom concerning their lives and fates.

One area in which some people look to astrology for help is in choosing a name for their children. Whether you want to give your children names that keep them in tune with their place in the universe, or if you simply want to make the process of name-choosing a little more exciting, turning to astrology for help can help simplify things.

To help get you started, let’s take a look at a few of the best baby names for each of the zodiac signs.

Aries and Taurus

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Aries and Taurus—the ram and the bull—are bastions of confidence and stability, and you’ll want to give babies born beneath these signs names to match.

If your child was born between March 21^st and April 19^th, he or she is an Aries. Those born under this sign are predisposed to independence, boldness, idealism, and confidence—they’re natural leaders.

And naturally, you’ll want to give him or her a name to match. Consider a name’s meaning as you choose. For example, Alexander means “defender of man,” and Bernard is German for “brave as a bear.” For girls, Briana suggests fearlessness and Andrea means bravery.

These names, and those like them, will suit your little Aries perfectly.

If your child is a Taurus, he or she is likely to be a stubborn, practical and patient type with excellent, refined tastes—they’re grounded yet elegant, and often quite loving. For this, you’ll need names like Ethan, which means “strong willed,” or Connelly, which is an Irish female name that corresponds to love and friendship, emphasizing those qualities of a Taurus.

Give your newborn Aries or Taurus a name that fits their sign, and they’ll be sure to embrace the strength and resilience that comes with their place amongst the stars.

Gemini and Cancer

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Those babies born under the Gemini and Cancer signs represent wit and emotion, respectively, and this can help guide you toward an appropriate name.

Those born between May 21^st and June 21^st are of the Gemini zodiac sign, and are marked by ambition, wit, and a stunning intellect. These babies will grow up to be charming and articulate characters, and so it’s up to you to find names to match.

Some great names for a Gemini are Dexter, which is Latin for “skillful,” Sophia, which means “wisdom,” or Cassidy or Albert, both of which are related to intellect in origin.

If your baby was born between June 22^nd and July 22^nd, though, they’re born beneath the sign of Cancer, and will be decidedly more emotional, sympathetic, sensitive, and protective toward those around them—they’ll be immensely caring people.

Great name for those born under this sign are Henry, which means “home ruler,” or Alistair, which means “defender of men.” There’s also Grace, which is, of course, self-explanatory. Adele is also a great name, which means noble or kind, and Halle has associations with gentleness.

If you’ve got a child born beneath the signs of intellect or compassion, this is a great start at giving him or her a name to match!

Leo and Virgo

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The Leos and Virgos of the world represent the courageous and the thoughtful among us—both are needed equally. With their intense zodiac personality traits, it should be a breeze to name these kids.

The span between July 23^rd and August 22^nd belongs to Leo, and those born under this astrological sign are lion-like, proud, courageous, and loyal—they defend their territory and loved ones fiercely.

Great names for Leos are Raina, which has regal connotations, and Lionel, which directly translates to “lion.” Also directly related to royalty are names like Basil, Duke, Ken, Kimberly, and Loraina.

For the Virgos of the world, born between August 23^rd and September 22^nd, cooperativeness and thoughtfulness reign. Virgos are considerate and hardworking—they’re the reflective peacebringers of the world.

Names like Galen and Serena are appropriate, both of which translate to “tranquil” or “serene.” Frederick is German for “peaceful ruler,” and Irene is the name of the Greek goddess of peace.

There are countless great names that will fit a Leo or a Virgo’s characteristics, so get searching for that perfect moniker.

Libra and Scorpio

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Those born under the Libra and Scorpio signs are destined to be quite the characters with their appreciation for art and beauty and immense passion for life. Give them names that fit!

The time between September 23^rd and October 23^rd encompasses Libra, and those born during this time are lovers of truth and beauty, and are sociable communicators of the highest degree. At once, diplomatic and sophisticated, these children deserve names that fit their fates.

Here, you can choose Basil, which has regal connotations, or Diana, which means “divinity.” Abigail can mean “beautiful” or “a father’s joy,” and Bella also has connotations of beauty. And who can forget Romeo, which has all of the associations with art, beauty and romance that you might expect.

Scorpios, born between October 24^th and November 21^st, are known for one thing: fiery passion. They’re motivated by a sense of purpose like no other, and are often driven by a central, singular ideal that comes from within.

Zeke is a great name for a male Scorpio, and it means “strength of God.” Casey is Gaelic for “the brave one,” and Aiden—a great choice here—means “fiery.” If you want something a little more dramatic, you can always go with Freya, which harkens back to the Nordic queen of the gods, or Aurora, which means “Dawn.”

Your little Libra or Scorpio deserves a name that matches their unique signs—look into the meanings of names that match his or her traits, and you’ll be able to give your child a name they’ll come to love.

Sagittarius and Capricorn

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Those born under Sagittarius and Capricorn are opposite sides of the same coin, respectively being creatures of freedom and discipline.

If your child was born between November 22^nd and December 21^st, you’ve got a Sagittarius on your hands. Good luck, because this little one is going to be free-spirited, fiercely individualistic, and irrepressibly optimistic about life.

Some great names for a Sagittarius are Blythe, which means “free spirit,” and Allyson, which relates to being adaptable and adventurous. Eljin is a great and unique boy’s name that means “freedom provider,” and Francis directly means “free.”

Capricorns, born between December 22^nd and January 19^th, however, are all about loyalty, ambition, and stubbornness, and are highly disciplined hard workers.

Great names for a Capricorn are Truman, which means “loyal,” and the always-cool Dante, which means “steadfast and long-lived.” For girls, Nicole and Daphne have associations with strength and victory.

Whether your child is a free spirited Sagittarius or a disciplined Capricorn, there are names out there that will match them perfectly—you just have to take the time to find them.

Aquarius and Pisces

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Finally, we come to the last two signs—Aquarius and Pisces. Those born under these signs will grow up to be either unique and individualistic or sensitive and empathetic. Here’s how you can name them appropriately.

Those born between January 20^th and February 18^th fall under the sign of Aquarius, and will grow to be incredibly unique people, seeing life through their own lens, rather than that of popular culture. They’re brave souls who aren’t affected by the opinions of others, and are able to be totally honest about who they truly are.

To match this sign, you’ll need names that suit an honest, free-thinker, such as Angus, which means “unique,” or Conrad, which means “honest” or “brave.” For girls, there’s always Alicia, which means “honest,” or Veronica, which means “truth” or “purity.”

If your baby was born between February 19^th and March 20^th, however, they’re a Pisces, and they’ll be marked by sensitivity toward others and an unmatched level of empathy. Those born beneath this sign are optimistic about others, and are often seen as “softies.”

Some great names for girls include Beatrice, which means “she who brings happiness,” and Helena, which translates to “bright, shining one.” For boys, you have names like Alec, which means “protector of mankind,” and Alexander, which means the same.

Whether you’ve got a unique trailblazer or an empathetic caregiver, your new baby deserves a name that suits their place in the world.

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