What is the origin of the name Polaris?

Polaris is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Polaris?

Polaris is currently ranked #13086 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Polaris?

Polaris is pronounced po-LAR-iss.

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Polaris

po-LAR-iss

Popularity

#13086

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

Peak Year

#9 in 2021

First Recorded

2010

Style

Nature-Inspired, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Named after the North Star, which means 'of the pole' in Latin. It has been a guiding star for sailors and travelers.

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Pola Ria

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Pola Ria

Similar Names

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Personality Traits

GuidingReliableInspiringConstant

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