Constellations Depicting Humans or Mythological Characters (17)
- Andromeda – Princess of Ethiopia
- Aquarius – Water Bearer
- Cancer – Crab (associated with the myth of Hercules)
- Cassiopeia – Queen of Ethiopia
- Cepheus – King of Ethiopia
- Gemini – Twins
- Hercules – Hercules
- Indus – Indian
- Leo – Lion (associated with the myth of Hercules)
- Orion – Hunter
- Perseus – Perseus
- Sagittarius – Archer
- Scorpius – Scorpion (associated with the myth of Orion)
- Taurus – Bull (associated with several myths, including that of Europa)
- Virgo – Virgin
- Ophiuchus – Serpent Bearer
- Lyra – Lyre (associated with the myth of Orpheus)
88 Major Constellation Names
The 88 major constellations that light up our night sky! These constellations are like giant dot-to-dot puzzles spread across the universe, and they’ve been fascinating humans for thousands of years. From the Big Dipper to Orion’s Belt, each constellation has its own story, making them a cool part of our history and culture.
The 88 constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) cover the entire night sky across the globe. Each has a unique Latin name, an English name, and a meaning or backstory often rooted in mythology, animals, or objects.