Aurora Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation

Aurora means dawn, morning light. From the Latin word aurora, meaning dawn.

Aurora is the Latin word for dawn and the name of the Roman goddess of the morning, who was said to open the gates of the sky for the sun. Her Greek counterpart is Eos. The name has been used for centuries in Italy, Spain, and France, and English speakers know it from the Aurora borealis, the northern lights, as well as from the Disney princess in Sleeping Beauty. Its sound is graceful and expansive, and it has nicknames such as Rory and Aura. It suits families who enjoy sky and celestial imagery.

Variants of Aurora

AuroreAurorahAureliaEos

Frequently asked questions