"of Saturn, god of agriculture and time"
Origin: Latin
Language: English
Saturn
Pronunciation: [ s-AT-ern ]
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"the ringed planet, sixth from the sun"
Origin: Roman
Language: English
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- Saturday derives from Saturn, creating a mild weekday association
The Story of Saturn
Saturn comes from the Roman god Saturnus, the deity of agriculture, wealth, liberation, and time. The etymology of Saturnus is debated — possibly from the Latin 'satus' (sowing) or from an Etruscan root. Saturn gave his name to both the planet and to Saturday. As a celestial body, Saturn is renowned for its spectacular ring system discovered by Galileo in 1610. As a given name, Saturn sits in the growing family of planet and cosmic names, alongside Luna, Nova, Orion, and Jupiter.
Saturn is an extremely rare given name, part of the avant-garde celestial naming trend of the 2010s-2020s alongside names like Orion, Atlas, Luna, Soleil, and Nova. Parents drawn to Saturn tend to be interested in mythology, astronomy, or simply want a truly one-of-a-kind name with historical depth.
In Roman religion, Saturn was a beloved god — his festival, Saturnalia, was one of the most important and joyful celebrations in the Roman calendar, featuring role reversals, feasting, and gift-giving (later influencing Christmas traditions). The planet Saturn, with its iconic rings, is one of humanity's most recognized celestial objects.
Historical Record
Saturn first appeared in US Social Security records in 2021.
Over 42 babies have been named Saturn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Saturn is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #5,898 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Saturn's rings were discovered by Galileo Galilei in 1610, who initially thought they were two moons on either side of the planet
- The Roman god Saturn gave his name to Saturday — the only day of the week named for a Roman god in English
- The Saturnalia festival was one of Rome's most beloved holidays, featuring role reversals where masters served their slaves
Saturn in Other Languages
Greek
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Latin
Saturnus
French
Saturne
German
Saturn
Italian
Saturno
Spanish
Saturno
Popularity Over Time
#5,898
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Roman god of agriculture, time, and wealth, whose festival Saturnalia influenced modern Christmas traditions
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,898
- Total SSA Count
- 16
- Cultural Origins
- English American Roman
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
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Satty
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saturn
What does the name Saturn mean?
"of Saturn, god of agriculture and time" (from Latin). "the ringed planet, sixth from the sun" (from Roman). Saturn comes from the Roman god Saturnus, the deity of agriculture, wealth, liberation, and time. The etymology of Saturnus is debated — possibly from the Latin 'satus' (sowing) or from an Etruscan root. Saturn gave his name to both the planet and to Saturday. As a celestial body, Saturn is renowned for its spectacular ring system discovered by Galileo in 1610. As a given name, Saturn sits in the growing family of planet and cosmic names, alongside Luna, Nova, Orion, and Jupiter.
What is the origin of the name Saturn?
Saturn has Latin, Roman, English, and American origins. In Latin, it means "of Saturn, god of agriculture and time". In Roman, it means "the ringed planet, sixth from the sun".
Is Saturn a boy or girl name?
Saturn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5898. As a girl name, it is ranked #12669. Saturn is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Saturn?
Saturn is pronounced s-AT-ern.
How popular is the name Saturn?
Saturn is currently ranked #5898 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Saturn?
Common nicknames for Saturn include Sat and Satty.
What are good middle names for Saturn?
Popular middle name pairings include Saturn James, Saturn Lee, Saturn Cole, Saturn Fox, Saturn Grey, Saturn Blaze, and Saturn Orion.
What are good sibling names for Saturn?
Names that pair well with Saturn as siblings include Jupiter, Orion, Atlas, Luna, Nova, Cosmos, and Indigo.
How many syllables does Saturn have?
Saturn has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Saturn a common or rare name?
Saturn is an uncommon name, ranked #5898 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Saturn
Saturn is a boy name with English, American, and Roman origins . The name means "of Saturn, god of agriculture and time" in Latin .
Is Saturn a boy or girl name? Saturn is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,898 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #12,669. Saturn is more commonly used as a boy name.
Saturn is currently ranked #5,898 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Saturn has 2 syllables and is pronounced s-AT-ern, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Saturn include Sat and Satty. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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