Urania
Meaning of Urania
Urania is a feminine name with origins in Greek mythology. It is derived from the Greek word "ourania," which means "heavenly" or "divine." In Greek mythology, Urania was one of the nine Muses, who were goddesses of inspiration and the arts. Urania specifically represented astronomy and astrology. The name Urania has a beautiful and ethereal sound to it, making it a unique choice for a baby girl. In terms of popularity, the name Urania has been sporadically used throughout history. It ranked as the 1332nd most popular name in 1891 in the United States and reached its peak at 3046th in 1926. While it may not be as common today, choosing the name Urania for your baby girl would certainly make her stand out as someone with grace and celestial charm.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as yoo-RAY-nee-uh (/jʊˈreɪniə/)
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Notable People Named Urania
| Urânia Vanério de Argollo Ferrão, a Brazilian teacher, writer, and translator, wrote the poem "Lamentos de uma Baiana..." after witnessing the conflict between Brazilian and Portuguese troops during Bahia's Independence process in early 1822. |
| Urania Mella Serrano was a prominent Galician politician and advocate for women's associationism, known for her leadership in the Union of Antifascist Women. |
