Venus
Gender: Girl
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Beauty, delight
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Venus Meaning and Origin
The name Venus is a girl’s name meaning “‘beauty, delight” and is of Latin origin. The name Venus derives from the Latin word “venus” meaning “love” or “desire.” Venus is the name of the Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. In Greek mythology, she is known as Aphrodite. Venus was believed to possess irresistible charm and was associated with romance, desire, and feminine allure. Venus is also the second planet from the Sun in our solar system. It is named after the Roman goddess due to its brightness and beauty in the night sky. Venus is often referred to as Earth’s “sister planet” because of its similar size and composition. Venus has been used as a given name for girls, inspired by its mythological and celestial associations. Its usage as a personal name became more prominent in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. A starry-sounding name fit for your little goddess of beauty.
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