Venus

Pronunciation: [ v-EEN-uhs ]

Girl Name #1,727 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

Named for the goddess of love and the brightest star

English Roman Italian American

Bold Elegant Strong Unique Spiritual

Meaning & Origin

"love, desire, beauty"

Origin: Latin

Language: English

"charming, lovable"

Origin: Proto-Indo-European

Language: Latin

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.

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

Famous People Named Venus

Venus Williams

Athlete

1980

American professional tennis player, seven-time Grand Slam singles champion and four-time Olympic gold medalist

Venus (goddess)

Other

Roman goddess of love, beauty, and fertility — one of the most important deities in the Roman pantheon

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

Pairs Well With

Venus Marie Venus Grace Venus Rose Venus Serena Venus Diana Venus Celeste

Sibling Names

Serena Apollo Diana Athena Iris Julius

Also a Boy Name

Venus is also used as a boy name, ranked #38249.

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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.