Meteor Name Generator

10 tips for coming up with meteor names

1. Look to mythology and folklore for inspiration.
2. Research astronomical terms or concepts.
3. Create descriptive names.
4. Use alliteration.
5. Check out S-type asteroids for inspirations.
6. Work with science fiction tropes.
7. Search online for existing meteor names.
8. Try Latin or Greek root words.
9. Look to authors and works of literature.
10. Experiment with alternate spellings.

What is a meteor?

What is a meteor? A meteor is a small, fast-moving celestial object that, in contrast to a star, typically does not produce its own light. Meteors are composed of dust and rocks and originate from the inner or outer surfaces of planets. They frequently become visible when they enter Earth’s atmosphere, burning up in the friction caused by the air around them.

Why should you use a Meteor Name Generator?

Using a Meteor Name Generator is a great way to come up with a unique and creative name for a meteor shower or other event. Having a unique name can help to make your meteor event stand out from the crowd and attract more attention. It helps to add an element of fun and personality to the event, and can also be used to combine different words or languages to form a unique and catchy name.

So many ideas, but can I use the meteor names for free?

All random meteor names created with this tool are 100% free to use without any need to provide credit (although we do appreciate the occasional shoutout). Be a little careful though, as there is always a small chance that an idea already belongs to someone else.

Is there a limit to how much I can generate with this random Meteor Name Generator?

There's thousands of meteor names in this Meteor Name Generator, so you won't need to be worried that we'll run out anytime soon. Just have fun with it.

For even more ideas and some additional options, be sure to also check out the Meteor Name Generator over on The Story Shack.

Explore some meteor names

• Charging Ribbon
• Harvest Meteorites
• Giving Meteorites
• Enchanted Belt
• Wicked Meteorite
• Faint Ribbon
• Ghostly Tail
• Rapid Ribbon
• Quivering Tail
• Gargantuan Meteor