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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Love, charm, desire
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- VEE-nus
Venus comes from Latin and carries the meaning love, charm, desire. It has a clean, modern feel, and its pronunciation is straightforward: VEE-nus. For a parent drawn to a short name with a clear, warm meaning, it's worth a closer look.
Meaning & Origin of Venus
Meaning: Love, charm, desire.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Venus
VEE-nusIPA /ˈviːnəs/
Popularity of Venus
Venus peaked at #570 in 1959 and has since fallen off, landing at #1736 in 2024 with just 117 babies given the name that year.
Names Like Venus
These names share Venus’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Venus mean?
Love, charm, desire. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Venus?
Venus is pronounced VEE-nus (IPA: /ˈviːnəs/).
Is Venus a popular name right now?
Venus peaked at #570 in 1959 and is ranked #1736 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1887–2024.)
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