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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Of the north
- Origin
- Latin
- Pronunciation
- bor-ee-AL-iss
Borealis is a Latin name meaning "of the north," the sort of name that points toward cold, clear skies and far-off horizons. It's pronounced bor-ee-AL-iss, with the stress on the third syllable. It has four syllables and a flowing, rolling sound, so it's easy to say aloud once you've heard it.
Meaning & Origin of Borealis
Meaning: Of the north.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Borealis
bor-ee-AL-issIPA /ˌbɔːriˈælɪs/
Popularity of Borealis
Borealis does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Borealis mean?
Of the north. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Borealis?
Borealis is pronounced bor-ee-AL-iss (IPA: /ˌbɔːriˈælɪs/).
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