Ourania
oo-RAH-nee-ah
Ourania is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek 'ouranos', meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'. It is the name of the Greek muse of astronomy.”, and peaked in popularity in 1976.
What Ourania Means
“From the Greek 'ouranos', meaning 'heaven' or 'sky'. It is the name of the Greek muse of astronomy.”
The Story of Ourania
Look to the heavens, for this name was given to the Greek muse of the stars, connecting your child to the vastness of the cosmos.
Ourania is a name of Greek origin, directly from 'ouranos,' meaning 'heaven' or 'sky.' In classical mythology, she was one of the nine Muses, specifically the one who presided over astronomy and astrology.
This name inspires a sense of wonder and intellectual curiosity. For your daughter, Ourania suggests a dreamy disposition, a keen intellect, and an ability to see the beauty and order in the grand tapestry of existence.
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Famous Namesakes
Ourania
The Greek Muse of astronomy and astrology in classical mythology.
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Peak Year
#12 in 1976
Total Births
112
First Recorded
1963
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