Polaris

Ursa Minor · UMi · α UMi · HR 424 · HIP 11767

A Latin adjective meaning "of the pole" (related to the noun polus, "the pole"). Applied as a star name to α UMi in Renaissance times, it reflects the star's temporary proximity to the north celestial pole.

Astronomy

Official IAU information

Designation

HR 424

HIP

11767

Bayer ID

α UMi

IAU adoption

2016/06/30

Name origin

A Latin adjective meaning "of the pole" (related to the noun polus, "the pole"). Applied as a star name to α UMi in Renaissance times, it reflects the star's temporary proximity to the north celestial pole.