"love, desire, beauty"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Venus
Pronunciation: [ v-EEN-uhs ]
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Named for the goddess of love and the brightest star
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Meaning & Origin
"charming, lovable"
Origin: Proto-Indo-European
Language: Latin
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The Story of Venus
Venus is the Latin name of the Roman goddess of love, beauty, desire, sex, fertility, prosperity, and victory. The name likely derives from an Indo-European root meaning to love or desire. As the counterpart to the Greek Aphrodite, Venus was one of the most venerated deities in Rome, and her name was applied to the brightest planet visible in Earth's sky.
Venus gained worldwide recognition as a given name through Venus Williams, the tennis champion who alongside sister Serena redefined women's tennis. The name boldly signals confidence and power — a choice for parents who want a name with mythological gravitas and contemporary edge.
In Roman religion, Venus was the ancestor of the Roman people through her son Aeneas and was mother of Cupid. The Birth of Venus by Botticelli (c. 1484-1486) is among the most famous paintings in Western art. Planet Venus, the second planet from the sun, has been called the Morning Star and Evening Star throughout human history.
Historical Record
Venus first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 8,675 babies have been named Venus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Venus is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,727 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Venus is the only planet in our solar system named after a female deity
- The phrase Botticelli's Venus refers to two separate masterworks depicting the goddess
Venus in Other Languages
Greek
Αφροδίτη
French
Vénus
Italian
Venere
Spanish
Venus
Japanese
ヴィーナス
Popularity Over Time
#1,727
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Venus
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Venus Williams
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1980
American professional tennis player, seven-time Grand Slam singles champion and four-time Olympic gold medalist
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Venus (goddess)
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Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility — one of the most important deities in the Roman pantheon
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,727
- Total SSA Count
- 117
- Cultural Origins
- English Roman Italian American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Ven
Vee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Venus
What does the name Venus mean?
"love, desire, beauty" (from Latin). "charming, lovable" (from Proto-Indo-European). Venus is the Latin name of the Roman goddess of love, beauty, desire, sex, fertility, prosperity, and victory. The name likely derives from an Indo-European root meaning to love or desire. As the counterpart to the Greek Aphrodite, Venus was one of the most venerated deities in Rome, and her name was applied to the brightest planet visible in Earth's sky.
What is the origin of the name Venus?
Venus has Latin, Proto-Indo-European, English, Roman, Italian, and American origins. In Latin, it means "love, desire, beauty". In Proto-Indo-European, it means "charming, lovable".
Is Venus a boy or girl name?
Venus is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1727. As a boy name, it is ranked #38249. Venus is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Venus?
Venus is pronounced v-EEN-uhs.
How popular is the name Venus?
Venus is currently ranked #1727 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Venus?
Common nicknames for Venus include Ven and Vee.
What are good middle names for Venus?
Popular middle name pairings include Venus Marie, Venus Grace, Venus Rose, Venus Serena, Venus Diana, and Venus Celeste.
What are good sibling names for Venus?
Names that pair well with Venus as siblings include Serena, Apollo, Diana, Athena, Iris, and Julius.
How many syllables does Venus have?
Venus has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Venus a common or rare name?
Venus is an uncommon name, ranked #1727 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Venus
Venus is a girl name with English, Roman, Italian, and American origins . The name means "love, desire, beauty" in Latin .
Is Venus a boy or girl name? Venus is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,727 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #38,249. Venus is more commonly used as a girl name.
Venus is currently ranked #1,727 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Venus has 2 syllables and is pronounced v-EEN-uhs, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Venus include Ven and Vee. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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