Names That Mean Sky

The sky has inspired names in languages from Latin to Hawaiian, and this list reflects that wide reach. Celeste comes from the Latin for heavenly, and Spanish gives Cielo, meaning sky or heaven. Heaven itself is used as an English word name. Zeus, the Greek king of the gods, ruled the sky and wielded thunder, so his name carries more drama than most choices here.

Hawaiian contributes a whole group built on lani, meaning sky or heaven. Kalani means the heavens, Nalani suggests the calm of the skies, Noelani is often read as heavenly mist, and Kailani, Kaylani, and Kahlani join sea and sky. These names have spread far beyond Hawaii, so it is worth learning their meanings and pronunciation with care.

Sky, Skyla, Skylah, and Skylee are English inventions with a light, airy sound, and the spelling varies widely, so expect to spell your choice out. Sora is a Japanese word for sky that is short and easy to say in English. If you like the theme, pairing one of these with a grounded, classic middle name can create a pleasant balance.