Nebula

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Nebula Pronunciation

Nebula is pronounced NEB-yoo-lah /ˈnɛb.ju.lɑ/High

Meaning: From Latin nebula, 'a mist, a cloud, a vapor' — in astronomy, 'a nebula', a glowing cloud of gas and dust where stars are bornLow

In 30 seconds: A mist; a cloud of stars: Nebula is a celestial word-name — 'a nebula'. Bold, cosmic, and warm.

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Origin LowLatin

MeaningFrom Latin nebula, 'a mist, a cloud, a vapor' — in astronomy, 'a nebula', a glowing cloud of gas and dust where stars are born

U.S. rank (2024)#6308 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 123

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Nebula comes from Latin nebula, 'a mist, a cloud, a vapor' — and in astronomy names a glowing cloud of gas and dust, a stellar nursery where stars are born. A bold, cosmic word-name (also a Marvel character; nickname Neb).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-mist-and-cloud-of-stars at the root, and cosmic.

Did you know? Nebula means 'a mist, a cloud' (Latin) — and in astronomy, a glowing cloud of gas and dust where stars are born — a bold, cosmic word-name (said 'NEB-yoo-lah').

Overall data confidence 50%

References — nebula — word/celestial origin

Variations

Nebulae

Nicknames

Neb

Themes & Styles

Latin Word-name Celestial

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Nebula?

Nebula is pronounced NEB-yoo-lah (/ˈnɛb.ju.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Nebula said aloud.

How do you say Nebula?

Nebula is said NEB-yoo-lah (/ˈnɛb.ju.lɑ/). Press play above to hear Nebula said aloud.

What does the name Nebula mean?

Nebula is a celestial word-name — Latin 'a mist, a cloud', and in astronomy a cloud of gas and dust where stars are born.

Is Nebula a boy or girl name?

Nebula is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Nebula?

Nebula is a very rare name in the U.S.